Spend a day in Maipú’s wine country visiting two wineries and an olivícola with expert sommeliers and a four-course, wine-paired lunch at Finca Agostino. Ideal for travelers who want a private, informative tasting experience with comfortable transportation.
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Morning light slides across rows of Malbec vines as your driver eases out of the Mendoza airport and into the wide, irrigated plains of Maipú. The scent of crushed olives and new oak drifts from estate courtyards; gravel roads and low Andes ridgelines frame each cellar, inviting you to move from barrel rooms to tasting tables at a slow, deliberate pace.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on uneven vineyard and orchard terrain
Wildlife
History
Maipú developed as Mendoza’s primary wine district through 19th-century irrigation projects and immigrant vintners; many estates still use family-run cellars and traditional techniques.
Conservation
Water management is critical—many wineries use drip irrigation and integrated pest management; support producers who disclose sustainable practices.
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Hydrate between tastings
Drink water between flights and take small sips; Mendoza’s dry climate and alcohol can dehydrate quickly.
Sun protection matters
Bring a wide-brim hat and sunscreen—vineyard terraces offer little shade during midday.
Shoes for gravel
Wear closed-toe shoes with grip for gravel roads, cellar floors, and olive groves.
Plan transport after tasting
Use the private transfer provided or pre-book a return transfer—don’t rely on taxis after multiple tastings.
Sunscreen & hat
Strong Andean sun and reflective vineyards make sun protection essential.
summer
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Gravel, terraces and cellar floors are best navigated in supportive footwear.
Light daypack
Useful for holding purchases, a water bottle, and a light layer between stops.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated in Mendoza’s dry climate—refill at cafés or wineries.