Argentina

LODGING

• 1555 Malabia House - Located in the Palermo District of Buenos Aires


• Cavas Wine Lodge - Mendoza Wine Region



• Lares de Chacras - Mendoza Wine Region


• Park Hyatt Mendoza - Downtown Mendoza

BODEGAS

• Ruca Malen - make a point to dine at this restaurant as well. The chef gave our bodega tour and they were booked all week for lunch
  
• Lagarde - great local spot with many different varieties - young staff gave great local restaurant recs.
  
• Achaval Ferrer - very high end bodega winning many awards. This is a joint venture between 2 business men and 1 grower.
  
• Carmelo Patti - a charming tour given only by Mr. Patti in espanol. Well worth it, particulary his description of the cork's importance.
  
• Carlos Pulenta /Vistalaba - a great scenic spot with a small lodging option. The caves below are really neat and this is an outstanding spot to stop for lunch.


• Weinert -make sure to try the apple cider!
  
• Carinae - French family with a cool story


• Alta Vista - one of the larger producers in the area but well worth the tour.
  
• Nieto Sentiner - possibly the best tasting ambiance we've come across. Excellent tour/guides.
  
• Domain St. Diego - small family run outfit with not much production. Spend sime time to picnic here.
  
• Taupas Distillery - only distillery in the area - try the caramel flavor!
  
• Hacienda del Plata - make sure to eat lunch here!
  
• The Vines of Menoza - located in Mendoza is a great spot for arranging tours and buying wine. It is very close to the Park Hyatt.
  


• Other recommendations we've heard
  Fabre Montmayou
  Salentin
  Renacer
  Catena Zapata

RESTAURANTS

• Asado
• Patio de Jesus Maria
• Las Negras
• Taco Bar
• Sucre
• La Retirada (Palermno) - owned by the same people as Cabernet
• Cava de Cano
• 1884 Restaurante - Frances Malmann's BA restaurant don't miss it!
  
• Cabernet
• La Bourgogne
• Terrunos in Club Tapiz
• Azafran
• Francesco
• Bistro M
• Don Mario
• Lola
  

OTHER ACTIVITIES

• Horseback riding - Alvaro (154548840) or Lendizo (154541176) - Los Cardiales - recommendation from LaGarde Bodegea. The offer 2 or 4 hour rides at approx 70-120 Arg Pesos each.


• Discover the Andes - Pedro Rosell - a great guide worth the extra payment.