Mendoza has more than 1,200 registered wineries, but only a fraction are open to visitors. This list covers the main ones you can visit, organised by region, with practical details: location, type of experience, booking requirement and a link to fuller information where relevant.

Wineries in Luján de Cuyo

Luján de Cuyo is the historic region of Argentine Malbec, with the highest concentration of leading wineries. It's 30 to 45 minutes from the city of Mendoza. For general context, see our Luján de Cuyo guide.

Sub-region: Agrelo

• Catena Zapata — The Mayan pyramid and the Adrianna vineyard. Book 4 to 8 weeks ahead. Full guide.
• Norton winery — Italian tradition, century-old vineyards.
• Ruca Malén — Small, food-focused, with Andes views.
• Renacer — Boutique, focused on Malbec and Cabernet Franc.

Sub-region: Vistalba

• Susana Balbo Wines — Argentina's first female winemaker. More info.
• Bodega Vistalba (Carlos Pulenta) — Classic hospitality.
• Mendel — Roberto de la Mota, old vines.
• Carmelo Patti — A family boutique, garagiste in spirit.

Sub-region: Las Compuertas / Perdriel

• Achaval-Ferrer — Single-vineyard Malbec, terroir straight up.
• Pulenta Estate — The Pulenta family, modern facilities.
• Riccitelli Wines — Matías Riccitelli, boutique focus with a bistro.
• Bressia — Family-run, with an emphasis on blends.
• Atamisque (also present in Uco) — Focused on Pinot Noir.

Wineries in Maipú

Mendoza's oldest region (1561), known for its family-run and historic wineries. It's 20 minutes from the city of Mendoza. More in our Maipú guide.

• Casa Vigil (El Enemigo) — The project of Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena, with the literary lunch. Full guide.
• Trapiche — Historic, one of the oldest.
• López — Traditional and family-run, focused on Bonarda.
• Santa Julia (Familia Zuccardi) — Organic, with a large visitor capacity.
• Lagarde — Small, focused on blends.
• Tempus Alba — Family-run, with a restaurant overlooking the vines.
• Antigal — Focused on its icon Malbec (Uno).
• Familia Cecchin — Certified organic.

Wineries in the Uco Valley

The highest and most cutting-edge region. It's 1h30 from the city. Key sub-regions: Gualtallary (Tupungato), Vista Flores (Tunuyán), Paraje Altamira (San Carlos). More in our Uco Valley guide.

Sub-region: Gualtallary (Tupungato)

• Domaine Bousquet — Organic and biodynamic, with the Gaia restaurant. More info.
• Bodega Atamisque — Restaurant and boutique hotel.
• Mendel Lunlunta (present in the area) — Premium boutique.

Sub-region: Vista Flores (Tunuyán)

• Andeluna Cellars — A leading estate, with panoramic views of Tupungato.
• The Vines of Mendoza — Resort and winery, with private villas in the vineyard.
• Salentein winery — Iconic architecture, focused on Pinot Noir.
• Monteviejo (Clos de los Siete) — A shared project of 7 producers.
• Casa de Uco — Boutique hotel, winery and its own vineyard.

Sub-region: Paraje Altamira (San Carlos)

• Zuccardi Valle de Uco — Rammed-earth architecture, Piedra Infinita Cocina. Full guide.
• Bodega Piedra Negra (François Lurton) — Focused on high-altitude Malbec.
• Bodegas Caelum — Boutique, focused on Malbec and Cabernet Franc.

How to choose which wineries to visit

With more than 50 wineries open to visitors, choosing can be overwhelming. Some practical pointers:

• If your interest is historic or classic → prioritise Luján de Cuyo (Catena Zapata, Susana Balbo, Norton)
• If your interest is architecture and the avant-garde → the Uco Valley (Zuccardi, Salentein, The Vines)
• If you want small family wineries → Maipú, or Carmelo Patti, Mendel and Riccitelli in Luján
• If organic and biodynamic interest you → Domaine Bousquet, Familia Cecchin, Santa Julia
• If food is your priority → Casa Vigil, Piedra Infinita (Zuccardi), Osadía de Crear (Susana Balbo), Brindillas, Gaia (Domaine Bousquet)

Bookings and logistics

Almost every winery mentioned requires an advance booking. Typical lead times:

• Icon wineries (Catena, Zuccardi, Susana Balbo) — 4 to 8 weeks in high season
• Winery lunches (Piedra Infinita, Osadía de Crear, Casa Vigil) — 4 to 12 weeks, the most requested of all
• Mid-sized wineries — 2 to 4 weeks
• Family boutiques — 1 to 3 weeks (sometimes less is enough)

For harvest (February to April), double these lead times. Our wine concierge service coordinates every booking.

Visits with a private driver

To visit several wineries in one day, what's indispensable is a private tour with a bilingual driver. The distances between wineries and the paired lunches make driving yourself impossible (and dangerous).

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How to choose wineries for your visit

With more than 1,200 wineries in Mendoza you can't visit everything. The most practical approach is to choose 2 or 3 a day according to these criteria:

• By wine style: if you like powerful reds, choose Catena Zapata, Achaval-Ferrer or Cheval des Andes. If you prefer whites or fresher wines, head to the Uco Valley (Salentein, Domaine Bousquet, Andeluna). For sparkling wines, Chandon in Agrelo or Cruzat in Perdriel.
• By format: leading wineries with a gourmet lunch (Bodega Ruca Malen, Casa Vigil, Zuccardi Casa del Visitante, Susana Balbo Osadia de Crear); or boutiques with more intimate tastings (Mil Suelos, Mil Vientos, Vinos de Potrero).
• By budget: the most prominent wineries such as Catena Zapata can have high tasting costs (USD 100–200 per person); mid-sized ones (Trapiche, Achaval-Ferrer) USD 40–80; the more affordable boutiques USD 20–40.
• By location: if you only have one day, choose EVERYTHING in one region so you don't lose time in transit (45 to 60 minutes between Luján and the Uco Valley).

Wineries with an outstanding lunch

One of the most valued experiences in Mendoza is the winery lunch. The standout restaurants:

• Siete Fuegos (The Vines Resort, Uco Valley) — chef Francis Mallmann, open-fire grilling, Andes views
• Piedra Infinita (Zuccardi, Uco Valley) — World's Best Vineyard 2023, contemporary cooking
• Casa Vigil (Maipú) — Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena, elevated criollo cooking
• Bodega Ruca Malen (Luján) — a 5-course paired lunch, terrace with mountain views
• Bodega Lagarde (Luján) — Fogón Lagarde, grill and clay oven
• Casona López (Maipú) — a local classic, historic setting

How to book the wineries

The leading wineries require advance booking, especially in high season:

• October to April: 4 to 6 weeks ahead
• Harvest (February to April): 8 to 12 weeks
• Winter weekends: 2 to 3 weeks
• Last minute (less than 2 weeks): it limits the choice of wineries, but it's possible

If we organise your visit, we handle EVERY booking: places, times, special diets, specific requests. It's the difference between coordinating it all yourself and simply enjoying the day.