A high-altitude viticultural region at 1;100 metres where modernist wineries are framed by the permanent snow of the Tupungato volcano; the vineyards are irrigated by glacial meltwater; stand on the terrace of a winery at 3 pm; the intense Andean sun saturates the malbec vines while the sound of the wind through the poplars provides a constant; low-frequency hum.
About Valle de Uco
A high-altitude viticultural region at 1;100 metres where modernist wineries are framed by the permanent snow of the Tupungato volcano; the vineyards are irrigated by glacial meltwater; stand on the terrace of a winery at 3 pm; the intense Andean sun saturates the malbec vines while the sound of the wind through the poplars provides a constant; low-frequency hum.
Valle de Uco, Argentina
Why Visit
Valle de Uco is one of Argentina's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Valle de Uco is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Argentina.
