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Family winery · Alto Agrelo
Pulenta Estate is the family winery of the historic Pulenta family, former owners of Trapiche. Its 135 hectares in Alto Agrelo produce fine wines such as the iconic Gran Pulenta and the Pulenta XI range. Every bottle reflects decades of experience in Argentine winemaking.
- Luján de Cuyo
- The Land of Malbec
- 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.
Pulenta Estate was founded in 2002 with Argentine roots (the Pulenta family, former owners of Trapiche). Over its history the house has built an identity of its own within the Luján de Cuyo 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.
Pulenta Estate's vineyards sit at around 1,080 metres (Alto Agrelo) in Luján de Cuyo, 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: Cabernet Franc XI and Gran Pulenta.
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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.
Pulenta Estate 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 Luján de Cuyo, 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 Luján de Cuyo 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 Pulenta Estate
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Gran Pulenta
The family's emblematic wine. A high-altitude Malbec with the technical signature of decades in Argentine winemaking.
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Pulenta XI Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc from Alto Agrelo. Structure, spice and the distinctive elegance of the XI range.
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Pulenta La Flor
A fresh, aromatic range. Young Malbec with floral notes and silky tannins.
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Pulenta Field Blend
A singular field blend: five varietals from the same vineyard, vinified together.
Your visit to Pulenta Estate
