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Though not the only province in Argentina to produce wine, Mendoza province is by far the largest and most popular, and has become known as the Argentine wine country. Set amidst a stunning backdrop of perennially snow-capped Andes mountains, the area benefits from hot summer highs and temperate winter lows common to most popular wine regions. The region is relatively new on the global wine scene, thanks in large part to improved irrigation that has allowed wine growers to develop arid desert

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Though not the only province in Argentina to produce wine, Mendoza province is by far the largest and most popular, and has become known as the Argentine wine country. Set amidst a stunning backdrop of perennially snow-capped Andes mountains, the area benefits from hot summer highs and temperate winter lows common to most popular wine regions. The region is relatively new on the global wine scene, thanks in large part to improved irrigation that has allowed wine growers to develop arid desert terrain and produce what many consider the best Malbec wines in the world.

The undisputed concentration of wineries in this region can be found around the city of Mendoza itself, which lays claim to more than 1,000 wineries. Other areas, such as San Rafael, are less visited but offer a share of distinguished wineries of their own.

Wine tourism is still a new industry here, which can make cheap and expansive winery tours near impossible to find. Still, with careful planning and a bit of flexibility, it is entirely possible to visit wineries and enjoy area wines.

In addition to wine, the area also offers a range of outdoor activities, with everything from horseback riding and trekking to rafting and caving. The Portrerillos Range just outside of Mendoza city is worth a visit, as is the Canyon de Atuel outside of San Rafael.


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Top Things to See and Do in Mendoza and The Wine Country

Puente del Inca

The Puente del Inca (The Bridge of the Inca) is the most interesting and important Incan ruins in the province of Mendoza. Set off the highway en route to Chile, arrange an excursion in Mendoza. ...
Other Activity
Mendoza, Argentina

Parque General San Martín

The massive swath of green on the western edge of Mendoza is said to be the largest city park in Argentina. The ornate iron and gilt gate at Avenida Libertador marks the main entrance and from there ...
City Park
Mendoza, Argentina

Viñas del Golf: Ricardo Jurado S.A.

Started in 1995 by Ricardo Jurado, Viñas del Golf is just outside of the Cuadro Venegas, a scenic, remote area. A nine-hole course forms almost a square through the vineyards. There is also a ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Bicipartes

Nearly everyone gets around by bike in the incredibly bike-friendly city of San Rafael. To join up with the locals, the best rental spot is Bicipartes. Bikes cost $4.75 for a half day and $6.35 for ...
Bicycling
San Rafael, Argentina

Los Penitentes Ski Area

Los Penitentes is a much more down-to-earth ski area than Las Leñas. Far smaller and easier to access, it sits right off Route 7, the international highway that is the main thoroughfare from Mendoza ...
Other Activity
Around Mendoza , Mendoza, Argentina

Adventure Sports in Cañon del Atuel

Excursions to the Cañon del Atuel can be arranged with most agents in San Rafael. They cover 170 kilometers and begin by passing through Cuadro Benegas and Los Terneros, agricultural areas with ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Spelunking in Caverna de las Brujas

There are many opportunities to go caving in the Caverna de las Brujas. Shop around to find the best price tour. This is a long tour–over 500 kilometer–so expect to leave early, around 6 a.m. You ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Day Trip to Las Leñas Ski Resort

This 420-kilometer tour leaves early in the morning and makes the first stop outside the small town of El Sosneado where there are hot springs and a lake. It continues to cross the massive plain ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Wine and Los Reyunos Lake Tour

This combined tour hits the main sights outside of San Rafael. Heading out through wine country on Route 143, the tour makes its first stop at the Bianchi champagne-making spread. It then goes ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Bodegas La Abeja

Founded in 1883, Bodegas La Abeja is the oldest winery in the area. A picturesque old place within the city limits of San Rafael, it was founded by a Frenchman who harvested his first batch of grapes ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina

Bodegas Suter

Suter is Argentina’s oldest running winery and consequently makes for one of the most interesting tours. The progression of wine-making is represented by the different artifacts around the grounds, ...
Other Activity
San Rafael, Argentina
The Best of Mendoza Cuisine

Caro Pepe

You've probably heard that Argentina is famous for its tender, juicy cuts of beef, but what you might not know, is that when it comes to food, Argentines love their buffets. And these buffets are not ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Mercado Central

This is the place to head for a cheap meal with local flavor in vintage Mendoza atmosphere. Argentines deal out delicious empanadas, slices of pizza and sandwiches to go along with a strong cup of ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

La Marchigiana

The family-run La Marchigiana is another fantastic choice for Italian food in Mendoza. The salad and ravioli are excellent, and can be topped off with an authentic old-world dessert for less money ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

La Albahaca

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. . . or rather, do as those from Mendoza do and find a taste of Italy at La Albahaca. This Italian-Argentine restaurant has killer ravioli, as well as other pastas ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Athenas Resto-Bar

Athenas is sandwiched between a pair of restaurants offering almost the same menu, but the beef here is excellent. Argentine steak is a highlight of any trip to this country, and Athenas cooks a ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Almacen del Sur Delicatessen and Restaurant

For anyone who appreciates the finer things in life, the fine-foods gift shop and restaurant in Maipú is a must visit. A large house built in 1888 amongst sweeping views of the Mendoza region and ...
Restaurant
Maipú, Around Mendoza , Mendoza, Argentina

Tienda del Sol Restaurant

An affordable restaurant aimed toward families and tourists, Tienda del Sol tries for the finer dining-type experience, with tables topped with white and gold linens and a dining room decked out with ...
Restaurant
San Rafael, Argentina

Azafran

If you’ve got the money to spend, it’s hard not to enjoy Azafran, one of Mendoza’s premier restaurants. With an impressive glass-walled cellar stocked with some of the regions best wines and a ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Quinta Norte

While Quinta Norte isn’t going to wow anyone with its food, its daily menu specials offer cheap, hearty portions of regional favorites such as milanesa (sorry veggie lovers, all of the specials are ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Estancia La Florencia Parrilla

A popular meat-eating spot along Sarmiento, La Florencia likely owes half of its success to its street-side kitchen, outside of which passersby can watch a cornucopia of carnes sizzling over a ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina

Tommaso Trattoria

Mixed in among the rest of the upscale restaurants near the intersection of Sarmiento and Belgrano, this Italian eatery oozes quiet sophistication, and all at prices a tad bit lower than its ...
Restaurant
Mendoza, Argentina
Tours in Mendoza and the Wine Country

Triasico Valle de la Luna

Excursions to Valle De La Luna (Ischigualasto) & Talampaya, from San Juan and from San Agustin De Valle Fertil. All services include transfers and sightseeing ...
Tour Operator
San Juan, Argentina

Cañon del Atuel y Rumbo S.C.

With an office just off the main square, this is a friendly and centrally located tourist agency. Stop into the office to get a full description and photo representations of the numerous excursions. ...
Tour Operator
San Rafael, Argentina

Argentina Rafting Expediciones

Popular among budget travelers, Argentina Rafting Expediciones is a well-run adventure tourism outfit specializing in rafting (duh!), mountain biking, trekking, kayaking and horseback riding ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina

Bikes and Wines - City

If you can say only one about Bikes and Wines, it’s that they have certainly mastered the art of marketing. With flyers, posters and advertisements plastered throughout Mendoza, the company is ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina

Bikes and Wines - Chacras

From the creator of Bikes and Wines – Maipú comes another wine-touring option: Bikes and Wines – Chacras. There is one slight difference to consider between the two – the Chacras tour (which ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina

El Rincon de los Oscuros

A trekking and horseback riding outfit that’s been operating since 1992, El Rincon offers half- and full-day horse riding and hiking excursions into the Valle de los Portrerillos. The horses are ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina

Bikes and Wines - Maipú

In an area where guided tours to wineries will set you back around $50 - and all to visit just two or three wineries - Bikes and Wines' biking tour in Maipú is an ingenious option. For $40 the ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina

Kintun Expediciones

Most people tag on the adventure portion to a day excursion from one of the travel agencies in San Rafael, but to skip the middleman, take local transportation out to Valle Grande to the offices of ...
Tour Operator
San Rafael, Argentina

Bruni Aventura: Turismo Alternativo

Bruni Aventura stands apart in San Rafael by offering a huge variety of tours that access more remote, and many breathtaking, locations. Check out the impressive website for a complete listing of ...
Tour Operator
San Rafael, Argentina

Sol del Valle Grande Viajes

Sol de Valle Grande provides the standard half-day excursions around San Rafael and will also take travelers further a field to the Puente del Inca and Upsallata. The Upsallata tour is a good one to ...
Tour Operator
San Rafael, Argentina

Kahuak Aventura

Kahuak Aventura offers a huge range of activities in and around Mendoza. As well as adventure tourism (trekking, river rafting, paragliding, horseback riding, canopy, climbing ...), you can book ...
Tour Operator
Mendoza, Argentina
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