Wines of Argentina
Argentina is the largest wine producer in South America. Most vineyards lie in the dry foothills of the Andes, irrigated with snowmelt, at some of the highest altitudes in the world. Intense sunlight and cool nights give deep colour and fresh fruit.
Main wine regions
- 1
Salta (Cafayate)
Torrontés, Malbec
Vineyards up to 3,000 m above sea level; aromatic, floral Torrontés.
- 2
San Juan
Syrah, Bonarda, Malbec
Hot and dry; generous, fruity reds.
- 3
Mendoza
Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bonarda
Produces around 70 % of Argentina's wine. Luján de Cuyo is the classic Malbec heartland.
- 4
Uco Valley
Malbec, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
High-altitude sub-region of Mendoza: fresher, more floral Malbec.
- 5
Patagonia
Pinot Noir, Malbec
The cool, windy south: elegant reds.
Key grapes
Reading the label
Look for ‘Mendoza’, ‘Valle de Uco’ or a specific Geographical Indication (GI). Altitude is often printed on the label.
Put it into practice
Our Wine Tasting Sheet guides you through appearance, nose, palate, quality and readiness — with hints in brackets so you always find the right word. Fill it in on screen or print it.