Mendoza
Wine + Culture Tour
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Welcome to Mendoza
Mendoza is hot – literally and figuratively. Its nickname, “Tierra del Sol y del Buen Vino” – Land of Sun and Good Wine – tells us everything we need to know: Mendoza’s accommodating climate for grape-growing, along with several key movers and shakers in the wine industry, have made it the New World wine region on everyone’s Malbec-stained lips. La Dolce Vigna’s Mendoza Tour showcases the beautiful and diverse ways in which Malbec – Mendoza’s most well-known grape variety – expresses itself in the three main zones of Mendoza: Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and Valle de Uco. But, don’t worry: we’ll taste many other wines and get to dine in fabulous restaurants, experience a proper asado (Argentine barbecue), explore Mendoza’s rugged landscape, and bliss out in one of the region’s best (and most intimate) wine lodges too.
Sangiovese is the queen of the grapes in Tuscany and is responsible for all the red wine stars of the region: Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Carmignano, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. And we can’t forget Vernaccia, a grape that makes a fantastic dry white wine that was the first wine to be bestowed with Italy’s DOC mark of quality, Vernaccia di San Gimignano. You will experience all of these varietals at truly special wineries on La Dolce Vigna’s Tuscany Wine Tour.
We’ll also taste the region’s acclaimed extra virgin olive oil and pecorino cheese, enjoy a light hike in the Tuscan countryside, learn how to cook traditional dishes, explore the Medieval town of Siena, and bask in the beauty of Pienza, which is considered to be an ideal urban expression of the Renaissance. Pack your camera and your taste buds!
Mendoza Wine Tour Highlights
Each of our tours is designed to offer an authentic experience, where local traditions meet the pleasure of fine wine and rich heritage.
From renowned wineries to charming villages, we’ll guide you through the people, places, and flavors that make every destination truly unique.
Taste Tuscany’s most important wines at historic and small family-run wineries handpicked by your sommelier guide
Meet Tuscan winemakers
Visit breathtaking Tuscan hill towns: Montalcino, Montepulciano, San Gimignano
Luxuriate in the thermal waters of an ancient roman bath town
Sample the region’s prized pecorino cheese
Enjoy a private city tour of Siena, the medieval rival of Florence
Hike between two Tuscan hamlets and get rewarded with a lovely lunch al fresco
Get your hands dirty with a cooking class of traditional Tuscan recipes
Unesco World Heritage Sites in Tuscany
(Starred Sites are on the Tuscany wine tour)
Cuisine of Mendoza
Tuscany is for meat and cheese lovers. Meals typically start off with antipasto plates piled with different salumi and cheeses, especially the locally-made pecorino. Pici, a thick hand-rolled spaghetti, are often topped with different meat ragus. Florentine steak (bistecca fiorentina) is found on the menus throughout Tuscany, as are other cuts of beef, rabbit, hare, wild boar, etc. However, vegetarians, do not fear! Wineries and restaurants have delicious non-meat options. The region embraces garden vegetables and make delicious soups such as the white bean and kale-based ribollita. And, for dessert, Tuscany is known for its cantucci biscuits (often dipped into a class of Vin Santo) as well as the hearty panforte di Siena packed with fruit and nuts.
Your extraordinary accommodations in Mendoza
We will stay in a luxurious wine lodge during our six days in Mendoza, surrounded by vineyards in the green oasis of Chacras de Coria.
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Mendoza Tour Details
Double occupancy: $ 5.900 / person
Single occupancy: $ 5.900 / person
The first stop on our vineyard voyage is one of the three main wine appellations of Mendoza and the oldest: Maipú. It was here that the European immigrants established the first wineries in the region. We will visit two wineries in this area, and have a gourmet lunch at one of them. Following lunch, we will head to our hotel in Chacras de Coria, where we will have time to unpack and take in the beautiful grounds. Dinner will be near the town’s square, which hosts a weekly carnival and market on Sunday evenings.
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will explore our last winery from the Maipú appellation, owned by a historic wine-making family from Mendoza. Lunch will be a tasting menu featuring the wines of a beautiful winery estate in Luján de Cuyo, the region's second main wine appellation. After lunch, we will visit one of the most striking wineries in all of Mendoza, architecturally-speaking, but also for the foresight and innovation of the family that runs it. Dinner this evening will be at the hotel, and I’ve arranged a tango lessons and a show for entertainment.
Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible natural beauty that Mendoza has to offer. We will explore the foothills of the Andes on horseback under the canopy of Argentina's famous blue skies. A traditional asado will follow. Dinner this evening will be on your own. You will be provided with a list of restaurants in walking distance from our hotel.
The time has come for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Enjoy a morning lounging by the hotel’s pool. In the afternoon, we will have a cooking class, in which we'll be taught to make empanadas, chimichurri and other local specialties. Dinner will be our own creations!
Enjoy a late morning, perhaps choosing to sleep in or to wander the vineyards surrounding the hotel. We'll then depart for our hour drive to Uco Valley, the last of the three wine appellations in Mendoza which boasts high altitude vineyards responsible for elegant, fresh wines. Lunch will be at a winery that offers home-cooking served in a beautiful outdoor setting. In the afternoon, we'll visit another winery in the area with a beautiful estate. Enjoy the mountain views out your window as we return to our hotel. Dinner will be in nearby town.
Before we head back to Mendoza's city center and bid each other adios, we will visit one last winery: the first bio-dynamic winery of the region. We'll tour the healthy vineyards and learn the interesting farming practices of this special estate. Our farewell lunch will be at Argentine chef Francis Mallman's restaurant 1884, famous for its wood-fired meat dishes—the perfect pairing for a glass of Malbec!
Inclusions
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Accompanying sommelier guide
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Transportation + Driver from our meeting point to our farewell for all group activities
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5 Nights luxury accommodations
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6 Breakfasts + Lunches
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5-6 Dinners with wine at famed restaurants and local Argentine spots
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All guided wine tastings + activities (special events, private tours, guest experts, entrance fees, etc.)
Exclusions
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Flight to and from Argentina
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Travel expenses before and after the tour period
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Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
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Anything not specified as being included (If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!)
REQUIREMENTS
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You must be 21+ years of age.
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You must be in good physical condition as your trip will involve walking, hiking, and other physical activities.
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You must sign La Dolce Vigna’s travel agreement.
WIne Tour Details
In the months leading up to the tour, you’ll receive your confirmed itinerary, tips on what to pack, essays, articles + excerpts related to Mendoza, and a waiver form, which must be signed and returned to us prior to the tour.
Deposit + Cancellation Policy
A deposit of $1500 per person is required at the time of booking to guarantee your space. Balance of the full amount is due 90 days prior the tour start date. If there are still spots available less than 90 days prior to the tour start date, the full sum will be due upon booking.
All cancellations must be received in writing. If made 90 days or more prior to the tour start date, a refund less the deposit will be made. If made between 89-31 days prior to the start date, you will be issued a credit in the amount of 50% of the total cost already paid, less the deposit and any and all costs/fees that La Dolce Vigna, LLC has already paid third party vendors, such as room reservations, etc., towards future trips or services. No refunds will be made for cancellations made 30 days or less prior to the tour start date, nor for a cancellation made during the tour. We urge all clients to book travel insurance for their trip as we unfortunately cannot make exceptions for inclement weather or personal emergencies.
La Dolce Vigna reserves the right to cancel a tour. In this unlikely situation, you would receive a complete refund of your tour fees. La Dolce Vigna will not assume any other liability and is not responsible for any personal expenses as a result of a tour cancellation, such as airline tickets or personal hotel reservations.
La Dolce Vigna Difference
Our tours are always limited to a maximum of 12 people to assure you an intimate experience.
You will always have a certified sommelier guide to answer all of your wine-related questions on the road.
Our tours are centered around small, eco-conscious, family-run wineries that make truly outstanding wine, and are packed with cultural insights.
Be prepared to eat. A lot. We've picked out amazing spots for you, from the small, loved-by-locals osteria to the Michelin-starred restaurant.
Depending on the season and local events, we will custom organize the best and most insider experience for each group.
Rest assured that your tour price includes all meals (except one), activities, hotels, transportation from the moment we meet until our fond farewell.
For those of you who have been on other group tours, you know what we're talking about. Part of living la dolce vigna is taking the time to truly savor your experiences and surroundings. We've built in time for you to do just that at your own pace and on your own terms. Long live slow travel!
Besides helping local, artisanal economies through visiting small wine and food producers, eating at traditional trattorie and staying at boutique hotels, a donation on behalf of each individual that takes one of our tours will be made to 10,000 Gardens in Africa, a Slow Food initiative aimed at cultivating sustainable and healthy communities throughout Africa.
Any Other Questions?
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