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Wineries in Cafayate

Wineries in Cafayate

One of the great attractions of Cafayate is, without a doubt, visiting a winery, and knowing the details of the elaboration of the typical torrontés, and in some cases staying among vineyards, or simply enjoying a tasting of the best wines in the area. , and discover the perfect gastronomic combination with pairing. Below you will find a selection of the best wineries in the area, which can be visited during your stay in Cafayate

 

 

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Etchart Winery

A pioneer winery in the production of wines in the Cafayate Valley. With a rich history dating back to 1850, Bodegas Etchart is one of the most traditional and historic wineries in Argentina. Arnaldo Etchart gave the company its name when he acquired the original estate in 1938. In 1996 it was acquired by the French group Pernod Ricard, who gave it a new impetus with significant investments. Today the company has 360 hectares of vineyards. Bodegas Etchart is located a few kilometers south of Cafayate, on National Route 40.

 

Wineries in Cafayate:  El Esteco Winery

El Esteco de Cafayate Winery is one of the oldest, most prestigious and innovative in Argentina. With a rich history dating back to its founding by two French Basques in 1892, El Esteco holds a special place in the history of Argentine wine. It produces the famous Don David, Elements and Altimvs labels, among others, which cover almost all of the most popular varietals.

Bodega El Esteco has 470 hectares of its own vineyards. Its name comes from an ancient legend that assumed the existence of a northern city covered in gold and silver, but which was buried in 1692 as a result of a great earthquake.

The property houses the luxurious Patios de Cafayate hotel, and the winery occupies a beautiful colonial building. Tastings can be carried out without prior reservation, while guided tours, with reservation, are offered with numerous options and there is the possibility of organizing thematic visits that include contact with the vineyards and the manufacturing process. It is located at the entrance to Cafayate, a few meters from the junction of Routes 40 and 68.

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Mounier Winery

Bodega José L. Mounier and Finca Las Nubes is a completely family-owned boutique wine business. With its 25 hectares of vineyards in the Divisadero area, southwest of the center of Cafayate and at an altitude of 1850 meters, Bodega Mounier produces its limited selection of wines by hand with an artisanal elaboration worthy of the passion of the owner José L. Mounier. In addition to visits to the farm, you can enjoy the best cuisine with prior reservation.

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Nanny Winery

Bodega Nanni boasts a rich family history in Cafayate producing certified organic wines.  The winery was founded in 1897 by Italian immigrants and is still under the control of their descendants today. The grapes come from his century-old San José de Chimpa farm, ten kilometers east of Cafayate. Since 1996 the winery holds the Full Organic certification, producing its products with natural processes with special care for the environment and soils. Bodega Nanni is located in the heart of Cafayate, one block from the main square.

 

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Quara Winery

Finca Quara is part of Bodegas Lavaque and is personally managed by Pancho Lavaque, the fifth generation of the family that has made wines here since the late 19th century. The winery offers a great variety of wines and varietals, some traditional high-end and others aimed at young consumers.

 

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Vasija Secreta Winery

Vasija Secreta is possibly the oldest winery in the Cafayate Valley. Antigua Bodega Vasija Secreta occupies the property of Casa Córdova y Murga, a historic building a few blocks from the center of Cafayate. Through the years the place has been expanded and modernized but still preserves the typical colonial architecture of the Cafayate Valley. From its own centuries-old vineyards Vasija Secreta produces a variety of quality varietals.

 

 

Wineries in Cafayate: Veyrat Durbex Winery

Bodega Peña Veyrat Durbex is a boutique winery with a focus on high-end wines with a limited production. It is located eighteen kilometers from Cafayate on the nine-hectare farm from where the grapes for production come from. In addition to visits, the winery is open for tastings, lunches and snacks. You can stay on site at the La Casa de la Bodega hotel.

 

 

Wineries in Cafayate: See the location map

Wineries of Cafayate are located close to downtown. Check the location of the most important wineries of the area

 

WINERIES IN CAFAYATE

 

 

Want to book an excursion to Cafayate from Salta?

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Other amazing activities and excursions in Salta

We have many options to discover Salta, Jujuy, and the Argentinian northwest. These are two of the most interesting, but we have many.

 

 

 

 

 

Excursion to Calchaquies Valleys and Cachi

Excursion to Humahuaca Canyon 

Excursion to Humahuaca Canyon and the Hornocal from Salta

Excursion to San Antonio de los Cobres and Salinas Grandes

Half day city tour 

La Vieja Estacion: Dinner Folklore Show

Rafting in Juramento River

 

 

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Tours to visit the Argentinian Northwest

We have a great variety of tours to visit these amazing places, most of them including Salta, Jujuy and the Northwest in general, combined with many other amazing destinations in Argentina such El Calafate, Ushuaia, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Bariloche… Check one of my favorites, the 104 tour; The Argentinian North in 12 amazing nights

 

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