The Mendoza Wine Region of Argentina is a vast region packed with delectable wineries, enticing experiences, beautiful landscapes, and much more. It’s a place to unwind, indulge, and luxuriate. To make the most of your time here, scope out the best of what it has to offer with this guide to a luxury vacation in Mendoza. Not only does it tell you about which areas to explore and which wineries to visit, but it also tells you about some of the most luxurious tours offered in the region.
You can learn about Argentinian wine from a leading wine critic, dine in a world-leading winery restaurant, and discover new techniques from wine-making innovators. Or you can simply sip on wine in a vineyard at sunset, horseback ride through the Andean foothills, and relax at your five-star wine hotel. Read on to find out more about what you could be looking forward to on a luxury vacation in Mnedoza Wine Region.

Mendoza vineyards and the snowcapped Andes Mountains
Why Visit the Mendoza Wine Region?
The Mendoza Wine Region has grown to be one of the most successful and prestigious wine regions around the world thanks to its extraordinary viticulture, wine variety, cultural significance, and the experiences offered to its visitors. From traditional family-run wineries and estancias to innovative modern wineries leading the development of viticulture, visitors get the full range of winery experiences.
While some focus on sharing their winery’s history and cultural traditions, others are passionate about blending their love of wine with Argentine cuisine. All, however, share a passion for excellent wine-making, particularly when it comes to Malbec, a full-bodied wine known for its deep and rich flavors.
Yet, there’s much more to Mendoza than the wine itself; the region is bursting with scenic landscapes featuring mountains reaching 6000 meters, glaciers, gorges, and much more. Whether enjoying the scenes on a trek, horseride, bike ride, or appreciating it from a vineyard with a glass of wine in hand, Mendoza promises a wine region experience like no other.
Where is the Mendoza Wine Region?
The Mendoza Wine Region is located in the eastern foothills and high plains of the Andes Mountains in Central Argentina, close to the Chilean border and the capital of Santiago de Chile. The wine region is named after its province which also contains the city of Mendoza, a place that combines cool urban living with its rural regional heritage. Located between 600 and 1,100 meters, Mendoza’s vineyards are some of the highest in the world. With four distinct seasons and glacial influences, Mendoza’s geographical position makes it optimized for producing a variety of grapes including the esteemed Malbec.

Wine casks in a Mendoza winery
Best valleys to visit in the Mendoza Wine Region
Lujan de Cujo
Considered the Napa Valley of South America, Lujan de Cujo is one of Argentina’s most prominent wine regions. This valley is best-known for being home to popular wineries including Catena Zapata, Bodega Septima and Cheval des Andes. Meanwjile, nearby town Chacras de Coria promises the region’s most upscale dining experiences.
Maipu Valley
If you’re looking to try some of Argentina’s most distinct and high-class wines, you’ll probably find them in the Maipo Valley. This is in part due to the fact it’s the oldest of Mendoza’s wine regions with families that have spent decades if not centuries dedicated to perfecting their terroir and technique. Although many magnificent Malbecs are produced in Maipo Valley, it’s Cabernet Sauvignons are what puts it on the map.
Valle de Uco
As one of the highest altitude wine regions in the world, Uco Valley is a unique place to discover more about wine making. Its sunny, temperate, and dry conditions make for excellent wines enjoyed around the world. But not only is its altitude ideal for making a variety of delectable wines, but its high position offers beautiful views to tall mountains, and vast plains that overlook the valleys below.
Best Activities for a Luxury Vacation in Mendoza Wine Region
Andes & Asado Escape in Los Chulengos Mountain Ranch (Uco Valley)
Enjoy warm hospitality and delicious cuisine at a traditional Argentine estancia with an asado lunch. After being welcomed to the farm with refreshing drinks, you’ll set off on a horseback ride up the mountainside for stunning scenes of the Mendoza region. A magnificent asado spread will be waiting for you upon your return featuring clay-baked empanadas, premium cured meats, and much more. Having tasted the best of Argentina’s famous cuisine, set off for an afternoon of fishing, trekking, or simply sit back and relax with a glass of Malbec by the estancia’s calming creek.
Wine Blending at Catena Zapata and Gourmet Lunch at Casa Vigil (Central Wine District)
This tour gives you an opportunity to create your own wine at one of the most prestigious wineries in Argentina and indeed the world, Cantena Zapata. Using components of Malbec and Semillon, you will blend the wine to your own taste whilst learning about blending techniques and wine history from the winery’s very own winemakers. Set in a rustic Mayan-style structure among the Andes Mountains, the winery’s views are just as impressive as its blends. For lunch, you’ll head to another world-leading winery Casa Vigil which features its very own fine dining restaurant for a food and wine pairing that will take your love of Argentinian cuisine to a new height.

Horseback riding in Mendoza
Cooking Class at Andeluna and Corazon del Sol Winery Visit (Uco Valley)
Explore the delectable flavors of Argentinian cuisine in this luxury cooking class at Andeluna Winery in the Uco Valley. Blending traditional ingredients, cooking methods, and seasonal variety, it shows you how Argentina’s history, culture, and taste are expressed through its food. Learn how to make empanadas in a clay oven, grill vegetables on an open fire, and make the best chimichurri sauce. Once everything is ready, sit down to enjoy the rewards of the cooking class with a wine pairing. Afterward, spend the afternoon tasting world-leading wines at the award-winning winery Corazon del Sol.
Wine Tour by Robert Parker: Casa El Enemigo, Viña Cobos and Susana Balbo (Central Wine District)
Learn about the wine-making leaders of the Mendoza and how grapes grow in this special wine region on a tour curated by influential wine critic Robert Parker. The day begins at Casa El Enemigo the winery and private home of Alejandro Vigil whose family founded the world-leading wine brand Casa Zapata for a tour and wine-tasting. Next, stop at Viña Cobos which produces one of Robert Parker’s most highest scoring vintage wines called Cobos Malbec. The tour is completed with lunch at the Susana Balbo Winery named after the owner who is considered one of the leading innovators in today’s wine industry.
Sunset Experience at La Vigilia Winery (Uco Valley)
Experience one of Mendoza’s magical sunsets with a glass of wine in one hand and a cheese selection at your fingertips amongst the vines of La Vigilia Winery in Uco Valley. Choose your favorite wine and it will be thoughtfully paired with cheeses and empanadas for you to snack on while watching golden hour descend over the valley, giving it a breathtaking glow. After enjoying nature’s show, head inside for a tour of La Vigilia Winery that gives you insight into the passion and craftsmanship of its wine-making processes. Afterward, opt for dinner at the winery’s stylish vineyard-view restaurant that combines traditional falvors with modern techniques.
Aconcagua Mountain Trekking Experience
Venture beyond the vineyards into the stunning mountains of Mendoza on this scenic trek up the Aconcagua Mountain. Beginning at 7am, you’ll hike for three hours at a steady pace up the mountain, promising breathtaking views of the mountains, gorges, and glaciers beyond. Ascending to 3,000 meters above sea level, you’ll stop to reap more rewarding views and enjoy a picnic at the Confluencia Campsite, the first of several camps leading to the top of Aconcagua at 6,962 meters above sea level. The scale of this mountain makes it a symbol of the Mendoza region and it’s a proud moment for all those who ascend it.

Aconcagua Mountain Trek Argentina
Create a luxury vacation in Mendoza Wine Region Itinerary
If you love the idea of sipping on Malbec in the vineyards of Mendoza, indulging in Arteninian cuisine, and exploring the Andes Mountains, create a luxury Mendoza Wine Region itinerary of your own with TLA. Our travel experts will combine the parts of this luxury guide that inspire you most with your personal preferences and requests to create a wine tasting vacation that exceeds all expectations. We will take you to Mendoza’s very best wineries, book the most exceptional experiences, and reserve the most luxurious hotels for your stay. Find out more by by contacting us here or call toll-free at +1 855 217 9045, or direct on +51 84 656 421.