Wineries with top-level gastronomy: Where to Eat among Vineyards in Argentina

Wine and gastronomy in Mendoza

Mendoza is the capital of Argentine wine and concentrates the largest number of wineries with award-winning restaurants. These wineries combine signature cuisine with pairings of world-renowned wines, offering visitors unique oenological tourism experiences among the stunning vineyards of Mendoza.

Zuccardi Valle de Uco Winery (Paraje Altamira, Mendoza)

Internationally recognized, Zuccardi Valle de Uco has been chosen as the Best Winery and Vineyard in the World by The World's Best Vineyards on multiple occasions. Located in the heart of Paraje Altamira, its restaurant offers one of the most refined gastronomic experiences in Mendoza.

The tasting menu, designed by chef Ana Rodríguez and her team, is inspired by seasonal ingredients, locally sourced products, and local recipes reinterpreted with modern techniques. The kitchen is visually integrated with the dining room, which features large windows overlooking the vineyard and the Andes Mountains.

Each course of the menu is paired with high-end wines such as Zuccardi Q, Fósil, Emma, and José Zuccardi, achieving a complete sensory experience. In addition, the building housing the winery has been awarded for its sustainable architecture and integrated landscaping. Advance reservations are recommended, as the restaurant is open for lunch only, from Tuesday to Sunday.

Ruca Malen Winery (Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza)

Ruca Malen Winery in Mendoza is a pioneer in the experience of dining among vineyards: it offers a five-course tasting menu paired with its premium wines, noted for its quality and the wide variety of options to choose from (starters, charcuterie boards, full dishes).

Its recently reopened restaurant was recommended by the Michelin Guide in 2023, for the excellence of its local gastronomic proposal. Located in Agrelo and overlooking vineyards at the foot of the Andes Mountains, Ruca Malen delivers a fine dining experience perfectly harmonized with great Mendoza wines.

Lagarde Winery – Fogón Cocina de Viñedo (Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza)

On a century-old estate in Luján de Cuyo, Lagarde Winery is home to the renowned restaurant Fogón, focused on regional grilled cuisine. Here, guests can enjoy three- or five-course menus paired with the winery’s own wines, in a setting surrounded by ancient vineyards. Fogón has been featured in international guides for its commitment to local ingredients and open-fire cooking techniques that enhance the wine experience.

Guests can have outdoor lunches next to the vineyards, tasting Argentine meats (such as ribeye or flame-grilled short ribs) and homemade pastas, all accompanied by Lagarde’s signature labels. The combination of tradition, innovation, and natural surroundings makes Fogón a must-stop for wine tourism in Mendoza.

Casa Vigil (El Enemigo Winery – Maipú, Mendoza)

Also known as Casa El Enemigo, Casa Vigil belongs to the famous winemaker Alejandro Vigil, nicknamed the “Messi of wine.” The venue – inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy – offers a themed journey from the underground cellar to the gardens, culminating in a gourmet feast.

It offers five-course lunches and dinners of up to ten courses, featuring standout regional dishes like braised ribs, ossobuco, and lamb gnocchi, all paired with the acclaimed El Enemigo wines. In 2024, Casa Vigil was awarded a MICHELIN star, becoming one of the first winery restaurants in Argentina to receive this honor. The experience combines contemporary high-end cuisine from Mendoza with family-style hospitality and guided tastings of iconic wines in a stunning rural setting.

Andeluna Winery (Uco Valley, Mendoza)

In Gualtallary, Tupungato, Andeluna offers one of the most praised gastronomic experiences in the Uco Valley. Its open-concept restaurant allows guests to watch the kitchen team prepare a six-course tasting menu paired with at least six of the winery’s own wines, while enjoying views of the vineyards and the majestic Tupungato volcano in the background.

The culinary offering highlights local Mendoza products and traditional recipes with a gourmet twist, served in a cozy setting styled like a modern country house. Andeluna is open for lunch (Monday to Saturday) by reservation only. Its blend of signature cuisine, high-altitude wines (especially Malbec and Uco blends), and Andean scenery makes Andeluna another key reference for gourmet experiences in Argentina.

Salentein Wineries (Tunuyán, Uco Valley)

A pioneer of wine tourism in Uco, Salentein Wineries features Killka, a space that brings together art, wine, and gastronomy. Its Posada and restaurant offer a top-tier culinary experience, accompanied by the winery’s finest wines.

The menu, a blend of regional and international styles, draws on traditional Argentine techniques (clay oven, grill) to prepare lamb, beef cuts, organic vegetables, and Andean products. The typical experience includes a welcome with homemade clay oven empanadas and a glass of wine, followed by a three-course menu (starter, main, and dessert), with each dish carefully paired with Salentein wines. The meal is enjoyed in a cozy restaurant with a fireplace and views of Merlot and Pinot Noir vineyards.

Wine and gastronomy in Northern Argentina

The northwest of Argentina, especially the province of Salta, offers high-altitude vineyard landscapes and boutique wineries with outstanding regional gastronomy. In the Calchaquí Valleys, there are many options to combine unique wines (such as high-altitude Torrontés and Malbec) with the flavorful Northern Argentine cuisine, all among vines and mountains.

El Esteco Winery (Cafayate, Salta)

Located in Cafayate and founded in 1892, El Esteco is one of the most traditional wineries in the north. On its historic estate operates Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel, a colonial-style boutique hotel that houses the standout restaurant La Rosa. It invites guests on a journey through the landscapes, flavors, and aromas of Northern Argentina, offering typical Salteño dishes made with the finest regional products, perfectly paired with the exclusive wines of El Esteco (produced just steps away).

The setting includes period salons decorated with local crafts, quiet courtyards, and gardens that connect with the vineyards and surrounding hills. Among the specialties are Salteño empanadas, criollo stews, kid goat, and goat cheeses, accompanied by the house Torrontés and Malbec. El Esteco offers a comprehensive experience: winery tour, museum visit, tasting, and Northern haute cuisine all in one place.

Piattelli Winery (Cafayate, Salta)

Piattelli is a Tuscan-style winery located on the outskirts of Cafayate, offering panoramic views of the vineyards and the Calchaquí hills. Its wine tourism complex includes a Wine Resort and an elegant circular restaurant (Patio 360), where gourmet lunches and dinners are served. The menu highlights the tradition of Northern flavors with a signature twist, using local and seasonal ingredients.

Guests can choose a tasting menu paired with Piattelli wines (including high-altitude Torrontés and Tannat), or opt for à la carte dishes that fuse Salteño criolla cuisine with international techniques. The atmosphere blends modern comfort with regional details, and the open kitchen enhances the connection between food and wine. Piattelli Cafayate thus offers an ideal experience for a relaxed wine lunch or a refined dinner under the stars of the valley.

Colomé Winery (Molinos, Salta)

In a remote corner at 2,300 meters above sea level lies Colomé Winery, the oldest winery in Argentina (founded in 1831), renowned for its high-altitude wines. Colomé offers an exclusive experience for those who visit: it features Estancia Colomé, an intimate boutique hotel with nine rooms nestled among vineyards and lavender fields, where guests can enjoy regional gourmet cuisine. The culinary proposal is based on local ingredients from its own organic garden and sustainable farm, resulting in authentic high-end regional dishes.

Lunches and dinners at Colomé (usually included for guests and available by reservation for day visitors) pair Andean specialties – such as lamb stews, Salteño empanadas, and oven-roasted kid goat – with the winery’s flagship wines (Malbec and high-altitude blends made from grapes grown at different elevations). The visit can be rounded off with the renowned James Turrell Museum of light art, located on the property. Colomé brings together landscape, art, wine, and haute cuisine in the peaceful setting of the Calchaquí Valleys.

Patagonia

The Argentine Patagonia region, known for its cold desert climate, is also home to excellent wineries in provinces such as Neuquén and Río Negro. In this area, a select number of wineries have developed top-tier gastronomic offerings, focusing on Patagonian ingredients (lamb, trout, venison) and pairing them with local varietals like Pinot Noir and sparkling wines. These are more exclusive experiences due to the smaller number of wineries with restaurants in the south.

Familia Schroeder Winery (San Patricio del Chañar, Neuquén)

Familia Schroeder is a flagship name in Patagonian wine and one of the few wineries in the region with its own on-site restaurant. Its restaurant, Saurus, offers a tasting menu paired with wines, highlighting Patagonian dishes and signature patisserie, all with views of the surrounding vineyards. It is renowned for integrating the wine experience with gastronomy: specialties include braised Patagonian lamb, local cured meat boards, trout from Neuquén rivers, and desserts with local red berries, always paired with the winery’s Pinot Noir, Malbec, and sparkling wines (the winery is famously named after a dinosaur fossil discovered during construction of its cellar).

The atmosphere is modern and welcoming, ideal for a relaxed lunch after a winery tour, in a dreamlike Patagonian terroir.

Malma Winery (San Patricio del Chañar, Neuquén)

Malma – originally known as Bodega NQN – is another standout Patagonian winery offering a comprehensive wine tourism experience. Its Malma Restaurant (or Malma Resto Bar) is located within the winery, surrounded by young vineyards in the Neuquén desert, and is renowned for its contemporary Patagonian cuisine. It serves lunches featuring high-quality regional products: grilled meats (ribeye steak, Patagonian lamb), homemade pastas, risottos, and Andean vegetables, all paired with wines from the Malma line (Malbec, Pinot Noir, and cool-climate whites).

The setting is warm and inviting, with large windows overlooking the vineyards, and during summer, guests can enjoy lunch on the terrace among the vines. The restaurant is open at midday from Tuesday to Sunday, with reservations recommended. For travelers along Patagonia’s Wine Route, Malma Winery offers an essential gastronomic stop to savor regional cuisine alongside the region’s emerging Patagonian wines.

Córdoba

Although the province of Córdoba is less known internationally for its wines, in recent years a boutique winery circuit has emerged, offering remarkable wine tourism experiences. In areas like Colonia Caroya (north of Córdoba) and the Traslasierra Valley (west), some wineries have opened restaurants that blend local gastronomic traditions with gourmet concepts, providing new experiences among mountains and vineyards.

Terra Camiare Winery (Colonia Caroya, Córdoba)

Terra Camiare is a young winery with historic roots (it operates in a restored old winery that belonged to the Nanini family) and is leading the winemaking revival of Colonia Caroya. On its grounds is the Los Socavones Restaurant, a project that combines wine tourism with high-quality Cordobese cuisine. The atmosphere is charming and family-friendly, taking advantage of the old winery’s architecture, with a large window facing the vineyard and an indoor patio where gourmet picnics are sometimes organized.

Los Socavones offers both formal three-course lunches and dinners (starter, main, and dessert) with generous gourmet-style portions, as well as more relaxed options – for example, picnic baskets with local cold cuts from Caroya and homemade bread to enjoy among the vines. Its seasonal menu features regional ingredients (such as kid goat, Caroya salami with Geographical Indication, corn, and local cheeses) presented with modern techniques while maintaining the warmth and generosity typical of Córdoba. Open Wednesday to Sunday at midday, and Friday–Saturday evenings, with prior reservation recommended.

Finca La Matilde (Traslasierra, Córdoba)

In the picturesque Traslasierra Valley, at the foot of the Sierras Grandes, Finca La Matilde is a biodynamic project that integrates vineyards, an organic garden, a farm, and a rural inn. Its restaurant, De Adobe, is a regional benchmark of the farm-to-table philosophy: chefs design a signature menu using organic vegetables from their own garden and locally sourced ingredients, creating seasonal dishes that reflect the terroir.

For instance, guests can enjoy fresh salads with garden herbs, slow-cooked kid goat with mountain herbs, river trout with Andean vegetables, and seasonal fruit-based desserts, all paired with estate wines (Malbec, Syrah, and high-altitude whites). The setting is ideal for gourmet rural tourism: a country house with just 10 rooms, surrounded by biodynamic vineyards and views of Cerro Champaquí.

The experience at La Matilde often includes activities such as guided farm tours, sunset tastings among the vines, or horseback riding. De Adobe welcomes both guests and outside visitors with prior reservation, and has been recognized for its sustainable cuisine.

Complementary Vineyard Experiences in Argentina

Beyond winery restaurants, Argentina offers gourmet wine tourism experiences that enrich any journey:

• Sleeping among the vineyards in Mendoza – Cavas Wine Lodge (Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza): A 5-star boutique hotel nestled within a vineyard at the foot of the Andes. Guests stay in luxury villas with private terraces and plunge pools surrounded by vines. The property features a vinotherapy spa and an on-site farm-to-table restaurant. It's the perfect spot to wake up among vineyards with all the comforts of refined hospitality.

• Sleeping among the vineyards in Salta – Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel (Cafayate, Salta): An elegant 32-room hotel adjacent to Bodega El Esteco, set in a colonial-style manor surrounded by vineyards and gardens. The hotel blends history and comfort, offering Spanish courtyards, traditional decor, and mountain views. Includes a gourmet restaurant and a vineyard-side swimming pool.

• Hot air balloon over the vineyards – Mendoza Balloons (Junín, Mendoza): A once-in-a-lifetime experience to admire Mendoza’s vineyards from the sky. Mendoza Balloons offers a 45-minute sunrise flight over grape fields, olive groves, and irrigation canals, with the Andes as a stunning backdrop. The adventure ends with a toast of local sparkling wine upon landing.

• “Winemaker for a Day” – Bodega Norton (Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza): A hands-on workshop where visitors craft their own blend of wine. In the historic underground cellar of Norton, participants mix varietals, explore aromas and textures, and bottle and label their personal wine. The activity includes a winery tour, premium wine tasting, and optional gourmet pairings.

These activities enhance Argentina’s gastronomic wine tourism by offering unique ways to experience wine: from sleeping in a vineyard suite, to soaring above the vines, or becoming a winemaker for a day. Each moment is part of a diverse, educational, and sensory journey into Argentine wine culture.

Bon voyage & buen provecho!