Traditional winery · Maipú
Bodega López is one of the oldest family wineries in Mendoza, founded in 1898 by José López Rivas. Five generations on, it's still run by the founder's direct descendants. Classic wines such as Casona López and Château Vieux are essential references of traditional Mendoza wine tourism.
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- Private Tastings
- Gourmet Lunch
- Private Transfer
- All Inclusive at Wineries
- Mendoza · Argentina
A curated visit with the attention to detail this winery deserves.
Vito Wine Tours · concierge
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History & legacy
The house, its origin.
López was founded in 1898 with Argentine roots (the López family, of Spanish Basque origin). Over its history the house has built an identity of its own within the Maipú winemaking landscape, sustaining a commitment to quality and consistency in every harvest. Its trajectory reflects the evolution of Argentine wine, from traditional roots to contemporary premium projects.
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Terroir & vineyards
The place makes the wine.
López's vineyards sit at around 750 metres in Maipú, one of Mendoza's most acclaimed wine regions. Stony alluvial soils and the direct influence of the Andes create a microclimate of pronounced temperature swings, ideal for Argentina's classic red varietals. Its speciality: traditional age-worthy wines.
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Architecture & visit
The space where it happens.
The winery combines production areas with visitor spaces designed for quality wine tourism. The barrel cellars, the tasting rooms and the views over the vineyards form part of a route built so visitors understand the philosophy of the house. The visit focuses on the production tour and a curated tasting.
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Recognition
Awards & reviews.
López regularly earns recognition in specialist publications such as the Tim Atkin Argentina Report, Wine Enthusiast and Descorchados. Its fine wines typically score between 90 and 94 points, holding a consistent position within quality Argentine wine tourism.
Frequently asked
Before you go.
How do you get to the winery?
The winery is in Maipú, reachable from downtown Mendoza. Vito Wine Tours arranges the private driver and the full day, with no waiting at the gate.
Is advance booking required?
Yes. Like most premium wineries in Mendoza, it receives visitors by reservation. Vito Wine Tours handles the whole coordination process.
How long does the visit last?
The guided visit with tasting takes between 75 and 120 minutes. With lunch included, the full day with transfers runs 6 to 8 hours.
Do you combine this winery with others on the same day?
Yes. We usually build days with 2 or 3 complementary Maipú wineries plus a gourmet lunch. That gives a complete picture of the region.
Is it suitable for people with little wine knowledge?
Yes. Visits adapt to the group's level. Vito Wine Tours tailors the script so you enjoy the experience from your own starting point.
Iconic wines
The collection of López
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Casona López
The flagship of the house. A traditional blend with very long ageing, considered an Argentine classic.
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Vasco Viejo Malbec
A historic range. Malbec with the classic identity of Maipú, ripe fruit and well-integrated oak.
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Don Federico Reserva
A tribute to the family patriarch. A selection of old blocks aged in French oak.
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Selección López
Limited production from the best barrels. A wine for collectors of Argentine tradition.
Your visit to López
