Argentine Wine Day: the national celebration that is conquering the world from Mendoza

Located in Luján de Cuyo, the winery was founded in 2002 as the project of brothers Héctor and Pablo Durigutti and took shape in 2007 with Finca Victoria, in the Las Compuertas area. There, they developed an ecosystem that integrates vineyards, winery, gastronomy, lodging, and events, with a strong commitment to biodiversity and the history of the place.

The estate is connected to a unique biological corridor and regenerative practices that protect native flora and fauna. The project includes the restaurants 5 Suelos (recommended by the Michelin Guide) and Las Compuertas Bodegón, led by chef Patricia Courtois. Their vegan and organic–certified wines are exported to more than 20 countries.

Bodega El Enemigo invites wine and literature lovers on a winemaking journey. Its enotourism proposal blends the world of wine with the imagery of Dante Alighieri, creating a distinctive experience.

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In Chachingo, the charm emerges from the Maipú landscape, avant-garde architecture, and a cuisine that makes visitors feel at home. The restaurant, led by Iván Azar, crafts dishes using produce from the family garden, strengthening its identity.

At Riccitelli Wines, exploration, sensitivity, and a deep connection to the land coexist. Since 2009, the project led by winemaker Matías Riccitelli has taken shape in Las Compuertas, in the highest area of Luján de Cuyo, where old vines and Malbec play starring roles.

Their search expands to Gualtallary, Los Chacayes, and San Pablo—extreme terroirs that reveal the potential of high-altitude viticulture. In La Carrera, the focus shifts to cool-climate varieties such as Pinot Noir. Their vineyards express a unique identity and uphold the restless spirit of the winery. The winery is also home to a Michelin Green Star restaurant run by chef Juan Ventureyra, a collector of tomato seeds from around the world.

The name Kaiken is inspired by a Patagonian bird that crosses the Andes—the caiquén. That impulse guided Chilean winemaker Aurelio Montes, who in 2000 discovered in Mendoza a generous and vibrant territory to create his own project.

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The winery, built in 1920, preserves the memory of its first productions and today functions as a space equipped to produce both small batches and large volumes. On-site is Ramos Generales, the restaurant by Francis Mallmann, offering fire-driven flavors and Argentine cuisine. Kaiken stands as a key name in Argentine winemaking.

Behind Viña Cobos, founded more than 25 years ago, is Paul Hobbs—a pioneer in the international rise of Malbec and a key figure in positioning Argentina as a benchmark winemaking region. With a sensitive eye and scientific approach, Hobbs seeks the purest expression of each terroir. Today, in addition to leading Viña Cobos, he owns or partners with wineries across four continents, consolidating a career guided by excellence, vision, and deep commitment to origin.

In Maipú, Finca El Paraíso opens the doors to a place that for four generations was the home of the Arizu family. Here, history, art, and music coexist in an environment where every detail reflects the memory of its founders.

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The proposal invites visitors to explore one of Mendoza’s most emblematic sites through an intimate experience designed to enjoy collectible wines and excellent gastronomy. More than a tour, it is an encounter with the essence of a family and a heritage that, for the first time, is shared with those seeking a singular experience in the province.

This winery was born from a revelation: upon arriving from Mendoza to Tupungato, Gualtallary emerged as a vast, wild, and vibrant territory. The proximity to the mountains, the openness of the valley, and the feeling of being closer to the sky marked the beginning of a life dedicated to wine and nature. In 2009, Passionate Wine was founded, and with each step on the land, new certainties appeared. The geological force of the place, together with the imposing Andes, inspired this project that seeks to honor a unique landscape—now Sitio La Estocada.

Located in the Uco Valley, Bodega DiamAndes embraces a “wine in the bottle” philosophy that aims to express the region’s natural elegance, incorporating the Bordeaux influence of its owners to achieve harmonious styles.

With a contemporary vision, the winery maintains a strong commitment to sustainability: it applies responsible practices in vineyard and winery management and produces ecological and vegan wines. Chef Santiago Orozco leads the restaurant.

Bodega Lagarde has been part of Mendoza’s winemaking pulse since 1897. The family took over in 1969, and today the third generation drives a vision that blends tradition, innovation, and deep territorial roots. Pioneers in incorporating lesser-known varieties such as Viognier and Moscato Bianco, they forged their own identity. Under the leadership of Sofía Pescarmona since 2001, and with Lucila—her sister—joining in 2011, the focus expanded to terroir-driven wines and gastronomy, with Fogón and Zonda (awarded a Michelin Green Star) as their two restaurants.