Argentina has a very young history in the world-class wine market, but because of excellent environmental conditions, Argentina is turning into an oasis for the highest quality wine. A tour of the country offers an excellent chance to sample a glass...or two.
The wine-making region in Argentina spreads along the foothills of the Andean Mountain Range, ranging from the Province of Salta to the Province of Río Negro, and offers a multitude of different climates and soils. The area dedicated to wine cultivation is dry and arid with low levels of humidity and rain. This region also receives upwards of 300 sunny days a year, and has a wide thermal amplitude that allows for excellent grape maturity. The soils are deep, permeable, and poor in organic matter, allowing for great concentration of aroma and color in the grain. Since there is low rainfall in the area, the land is heavily irrigated by the crisp run-off from the Andes giving the grapes a high-level of organic purity. The grapes are also gathered by hand ensuring there are no leaves taken with the grape harvest.
One of the most important wine regions is Cafayete. Cafayete is a popular stop for any Argentina tour, but is a prime location for any traveler looking to explore a local vineyard. Cafayete is a deep valley surrounded by the sharp-rising Andes, but sits at 1700m above sea level. The region receives is share of sunny days throughout the year with dry, warm weather year round. The typical specialty of this area is Torrontés, which comes from the white grapes that thrive in this high altitude region. This white wine has a light pleasant taste with a summer style, and a striking floral nose that’s delicate and aromatic, complementing superbly spicy well-seasoned food. For travelers looking to sample Argentine wine -- as well as the local cuisine -- will enjoy our Taste of Argentina tour. This 9-day trip combines vineyards, wine tasting, and an Andean cooking class, with some of Northern Argentina's most spectacular regions: Salta, Cachi, Las Conchas and Humanhuaca Gorge!
Argentina’s wine industry is young, but it is quickly emerging as a world-class producer of the finest quality wines that are sure to impress any connoisseur.
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Scott Trochim
2 days ago
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Susan Campo
4 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
5 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.