Malbec's world capital — sunshine, altitude and Andes meltwater.
Mendoza produces around 70% of Argentina's wine. Traditional Luján de Cuyo makes ripe, plush Malbec, while the high-altitude Uco Valley — with vineyards above 1,000 m — gives fresher, more floral and mineral wines.
Country
Argentina
Climate
High desert, irrigated
Key grapes
Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon
Areas to know
5
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Luján de Cuyo
Historic Malbec heartland
Uco Valley
High altitude — fresh, floral Malbec
Gualtallary
Chalky soils above 1,400 m — top vineyards
Maipú
Warm and traditional
San Rafael
Southern Mendoza
What goes into the bottle — tap for tasting notes.
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Mendoza Malbec is plush and juicy — plum, violet and a soft finish. It's the ultimate steak wine.”
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