The Wine Route: A Journey Through Argentina’s Most Exclusive Flavors
Travel Blog - June 2025 - Andrea Castell
Argentina doesn’t just captivate through its landscapes — it also wins hearts through its flavors. And when it comes to wine, we’re talking about one of the world’s great wine-producing powers.
Exploring Argentina’s Wine Route is more than visiting wineries — it’s a journey through breathtaking scenery, family traditions, gourmet cuisine, and unforgettable sensory experiences. At GreatCircle, we design this journey as a personalized, premium experience, blending the soul of Argentine wine with the excellence of our hosts.
Mendoza: The Heart of Argentine Wine
Mendoza produces over 70% of the country’s wine and has become a top 10 global wine tourism destination, known for its high-quality wines, innovative gastronomy, and breathtaking Andean landscapes.
From boutique wineries with limited production to international icons like Catena Zapata, El Enemigo, and Salentein, Mendoza’s wines are celebrated for their intensity, elegance, and authenticity.
Its signature grape: Malbec — deep, smooth, and powerful — is the thread connecting unforgettable tastings, sophisticated pairings, and sunsets over the vineyards.
When it comes to food, Mendoza also shines. Local chefs and signature cuisine combine regional ingredients with contemporary techniques to create multi-course menus designed to move and surprise, served in minimalist architecture surrounded by vineyards and paired with world-class service.
Beyond Mendoza: Argentina’s Wine Treasures
While Mendoza is the epicenter, Argentina’s Wine Route extends across several remarkable regions:
- San Juan, with its dry, sunny climate, produces bold and brilliant wines, ideal for lovers of Syrah and Bonarda.
- La Rioja, home of the iconic Torrontés grape, offers aromatic, fresh whites in a region rich in ancestral heritage.
- Neuquén and Río Negro, in Patagonia, stand out with refined Pinot Noir and Merlot, surrounded by steppes, lakes, and mountains.
- And in Salta, over 2,000 meters above sea level, high-altitude wines of great complexity and character complete this unforgettable journey.
Experience the Wine Route with GreatCircle
At GreatCircle, we craft private wine journeys with exclusive access to renowned wineries, as well as hidden boutique gems and estates not open to the general public.
Our guests enjoy tastings led by renowned sommeliers, lunches among the vines, private transfers, and charming, stylish accommodations set in landscapes that blend luxury, serenity, and authenticity.
Every experience is carefully designed to help you discover the soul of Argentine wine through emotion, comfort, and meaningful connection.
We work with hosts, chefs, guides, sommeliers, therapists, and artists who share our values: excellence, discretion, and a commitment to true service.
From a private dinner at a hidden winery in Mendoza, to a spa with wellness rituals inspired by local nature, or an intimate tango experience in an old Buenos Aires home, each trip is unique and deeply personal.
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✍ About the Author
Andrea Castell
Director and Founder of GreatCircle
Passionate about authentic travel and human connections, Andrea Castell created GreatCircle as a way to transform premium tourism into a more intimate, emotional, and meaningful experience.
With over 30 years of experience in the fields of humanities, art, hospitality, and cultural management, Andrea combines aesthetic sensitivity, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to service. Today, she personally leads each GreatCircle project, designing unique experiences in Argentina for those seeking to travel with soul and style.