Mendoza · Luján de Cuyo
Wine tours in Luján de Cuyo
Luján de Cuyo is the birthplace of Argentine Malbec and the country's first Denomination of Origin. It's 30–40 minutes from Mendoza city, with vineyards between 2,950 and 3,600 feet and plots over 80 years old. Its wines are richer and rounder than the high-altitude style — tasting a Malbec from Agrelo next to one from Gualtallary is the best terroir lesson you'll ever get.
- Elevation
- 2,950 – 3,600 ft
- Grapes
- Malbec (D.O.C.), Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
- Soil
- Deep sandy loam with good water retention
- When to go
- Year-round. Great for a half-day or to pair with downtown Mendoza.
What to know about Luján de Cuyo
- Agrelo and Perdriel: the heart of the Luján de Cuyo D.O.C.
- Las Compuertas: pre-phylloxera vines over 100 years old.
- Chacras de Coria: urban wineries and dining minutes from the city.
Tours in Luján de Cuyo
8–9 h · privado
Luján de Cuyo Full Day Wine Tour
The birthplace of Malbec: old vines, historic wineries and lunch in Agrelo or Las Compuertas.
From USD 230
4–5 h · privado
Luján de Cuyo Half Day Wine Tour
Two wineries 30 minutes from Mendoza, with a full tasting.
From USD 175
To be defined · privado
Custom Private Wine Tour
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