Bodega El Tránsito
In the heart of Cafayate, just steps from the main square, El Tránsito blends family legacy and high-altitude wines in a cozy yet sophisticated setting—perfect for casual tastings or stepped menus.
Bodega El Tránsito, established in the 1940s, continues the Marini family legacy, rooted in Pietro Marini’s 19th-century immigration from Italy. The winery, at Belgrano 102, is modernized yet retains authentic charm, located just one block from Cafayate’s main square.
Perched at 1,620 meters above sea level in the Calchaquí Valleys, El Tránsito crafts expressive high-altitude wines—especially Torrontés and Malbec—under labels like Pietro Marini, Pedro Moisés, and the exclusive Pata ‘i Lana.
Visitors can enjoy free guided tours that end in tastings of their signature high-altitude wines. Tours cover the modern facilities and winemaking process in a warm, accessible environment typical of Cafayate.
🏅 Gold Awards – Bodega El Tránsito
- Pietro Marini Torrontés 2019
Gold Medal at an international competition, praised for its freshness, typicity, and elegance as a high-altitude white wine.
- Pietro Marini Malbec 2019
Gold Medal awarded for its authentic expression of Salta’s Malbec, with outstanding structure and balance.
📞Contact & Reservations – Bodega El Tránsito
Address
Belgrano 102 (corner of Silverio Chavarría), A4427 Cafayate, Salta, Argentina
Phone (reservations and visits)
+54 3868 422385
abn@bodegaeltransito.com (commercial inquiries)
Website
Social Media
- Instagram: @eltransitowines
- Facebook: Bodega El Tránsito
Visiting hours
Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sundays & holidays: closed
👉Discover the wines of El Tránsito
Experiencies
Gastronomy
Nestled in the heart of Cafayate, Bodega El Tránsito combines its intimate, modern atmosphere with a thoughtfully curated culinary experience. Wine tastings often include pairings featuring high-altitude varietals—such as Torrontes, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pedro Moisés—paired with regional dishes like humita, locro, Salteña empanadas, and tamales, highlighting local flavors through traditional, fresh ingredients.
The cozy tasting/bar room also offers wines by the glass or bottle, complemented by knowledgeable staff, creating a complete sensory experience in a quintessential Cafayate setting.