Wine Region
Mendoza
Mendoza accounts for most Argentine wine — high-altitude Malbec from Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley with plush fruit, violet, and soft tannin.
Also known as: Mendoza (Argentina)
Geographic context
- Climate: High-altitude desert
- Soils: alluvial, sand, clay
- Elevation: 600–1,500m
Parent region
Typical grape varieties
- malbec
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- bonarda
- torrontes
Typical wine styles
Typical descriptors
Food pairings
FAQ
- What is the Uco Valley?
- Mendoza's premium subzone — higher altitude, cooler, and increasingly focused on Malbec and Cabernet.