Looking for the best Buenos Aires winery tours? You’ve come to the right place! The top wine tours and tastings in Buenos Aires are all listed here.
How do I know these are the best? I’m a wine lover who recently spent a month eating and drinking my way through Buenos Aires! Plus, I’ve vetted all the tours and reviews in this article, so you can be sure they’re all highly rated.
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BEST BUENOS AIRES WINERY TOUR
BEST BUENOS AIRES WINERY TOURDon’t have time to read the whole article? Book this Small-group Wine Tour & Tasting at Bodega Gamboa Winery with Lunch, for an authentic Argentinian winery experience!
Buenos Aires Winery Tours and Tastings Overview
Argentina is known for many things, including tango, football, Asado, and of course wine! In fact, it’s one of the world’s top wine producing countries.
With ideal grape-growing conditions, long-standing winemaking traditions, and the success of certain grape varieties, Argentina produces some of the world’s best red wine and several notable white wines.
And if you’re planning to visit Argentina, enjoying the local wine is probably one of the things you’re most looking forward to.
Argentina’s most famous wine regions are Mendoza, Cafayate and San Juan. But if you’re not able to fit these regions into your itinerary, luckily you can still have a traditional Argentinian winery experience and sample some of the country’s best wines from the heart of Buenos Aires!
Although finding great Buenos Aires winery tours and tastings is easier said than done. So, to help you choose the right one, here are my top 7 winery tours and experiences in Buenos Aires.
Our Top 3 Picks: Buenos Aires Winery Tours & Tastings
Complete Argentine dining and wine experienceTop 7 Buenos Aires Winery Tours & Wine Tastings
1. Argentine Experience: Immersive 6 Course Menu & Wine Tasting
For a true 5-star experience for food and wine lovers, book the Argentine experience: an immersive 6 course menu and wine tasting
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | 
Tour Length: 2.5 Hours | 
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Why choose this tour? This is the most highly rated Argentine food and wine experience, with hundreds of 5-star reviews! Plus, it’s hands-on, so you will get to experience Argentine wine, cocktails and cuisine with all your senses.
Interactive dining and wine tasting experience Taste a variety of boutique wines Learn how to make wine-based cocktails Guided by a local sommelier and mixologist Savour an authentic 5-course Argentine meal Learn how to make empanadas Learn how to prepare and drink ‘maté’ Small-group experience limited to 14 guests
If you’re looking for a comprehensive Argentine experience, this tour is for you! Not only will you get to sample some excellent boutique wines guided by a local sommelier, but you will also get to enjoy an authentic Argentine feast and learn how to make local specialties and cocktails.
This is the most highly rated Buenos Aires experience for anyone interested in food and wine. It’s a fun, educational experience guided by experts. And you get to taste delicious local cuisine, wine and drinks while socializing with other travellers in an intimate setting.
What other travellers have said:
- Simply Amazing – DO IT!! – Rohan
- Exceeded expectations – highly recommend for first-time visitors – Elizabeth
- Highlight of our trip – Andrea
- Great food and wine experience – Tania
- An absolute must-do for travelers in Buenos Aires – Hector
- Well worth the time and money! – Irene
- The best time in Buenos Aires – Patricia
BOOK: 2. Winery Tour & Tasting at Bodega Gamboa Winery with Lunch
For an authentic Argentinian vineyard tour and delicious picnic lunch book this Winery tour and tasting with lunch at Bodega Gamboa Winery.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 7 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? The Bodega Gamboa Winery is one of the only wineries in the province of Buenos Aires, and is the only winery close to the city! You will have the opportunity to explore an iconic vineyard, taste delicious red wines, and sample local cheeses. Plus, you will get to enjoy a family-style lunch amidst the vineyards.
Visit an iconic and modern local vineyard near Buenos Aires Experience a traditional Argentinian winery Taste local cheeses and wines Tour the vineyard and learn about the wine making process Enjoy a guided wine tasting Delicious family-style lunch served amidst the vineyards Includes hotel pickup & drop-off
What makes this winery tour and tasting one of the best is that it’s one of the most comprehensive and budget-friendly winery tours available from Buenos Aires. You will get to learn about wine production in Argentina, and taste some delicious local wines comparable to those of the Mendoza region. Plus, this tour has tons of 5-star reviews!
This tour operates every day except Mondays and includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Buenos Aires, for a hassle free day out.
3. Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting
Sample the best Argentinian boutique wines in a beautiful setting with this small-group wine tasting in Buenos Aires.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 2 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? This is the best tour to learn about different Argentinian wines and sample a wide range of boutique wines. Plus, it’s hosted in a beautiful subterranean wine-cellar, and is led by an expert sommelier.
Small-group tour with maximum 8 guests Includes all wine tastings and food pairings Led by an expert sommelier Taste a range of top local and boutique wines Beautiful and intimate wine cellar setting Learn about Torrontés and Malbec wines Great value for money
If you’re looking to stay in the city and learn as much as possible about Argentinian wines, then this tour is for you. Hosted in the wine cellar at the beautiful Miravida Soho Hotel & Wine Bar, this is an intimate and informative wine tasting, guided by an expert local sommelier.
Although this tour doesn’t include hotel pickup and drop-off, it is one of the most budget-friendly wine experiences on the list, without compromising on quality. If you’re serious about wine, this is the tour I’d recommend!
4. Mendoza: Private Full Day-Tour from Buenos Aires
Visit one of the world’s top wine regions with this private Mendoza day-tour from Buenos Aires!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 8 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? This is one of the only day tours to the Mendoza wine region from Buenos Aires. You will get to visit three prominent Argentinian wineries with a personalized private tour starting from your hotel in Buenos Aires.
Private full-day tour Visit the Trivento, Laur, and Finca Agostino wineries Delicious 5-course lunch with wine pairings included Includes olive oil tasting at Laur olive farm Learn about the region’s unique history and gastronomy Experience can be personalized Private transportation and airport transfers included Option to include flights or book separately
If you thought you didn’t have time in your itinerary to visit the famous Mendoza wine region, then you will be pleasantly surprised by everything this tour manages to fit into one day!
Starting at 7am with an early flight to Mendoza, you will start exploring Argentina’s best wine region by mid-morning. Accompanied by a private guide, you will have a full day of winery tours, tastings, local gastronomy and sightseeing ahead of you, before flying back to Buenos Aires in the evening.
This is the ideal tour for anyone looking to see as much of Argentina as possible in a short space of time, and to experience the best of Argentinian food and wine.
The only reason why I haven’t ranked this tour higher is that it is on the pricier end, so may not be suitable for all travellers. But if you do decide to book this tour, it will definitely be a worthwhile experience!
5. Rural Wine and Food Experience at Casa Gamboa
For a fantastic day in the countryside from Buenos Aires book this rural wine and food experience at Casa Gamboa.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 5 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? This tour includes the full Argentinian winery experience in an idyllic setting near Buenos Aires, at Bodega Gamboa winery.
Visit one of the only wineries in Buenos Aires Guided tour of the estate and wine-making process Includes wine tastings with food pairings Enjoy a 4-course gourmet lunch at the winery Experience the rural roots of the Buenos Aires’ countryside Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
Surrounded by the idyllic pampas landscape of the Bodega Gamboa winery, you will quickly forget that you’re so close to the city. This is one of the only authentic Argentinian winery tours you can take from Buenos Aires, and it includes everything for a wonderful day out.
This tour operates 5 days a week, from Wednesday to Sunday.
Although this is a very similar experience to the other Bodega Gamboa tour on this list, this one comes with a slightly more premium service and higher price tag. As such, it isn’t as popular as the other tour and may not be as accessible to all travellers, which is why I have ranked it further down the list.
6. Premium Argentinian Wine Tasting & Urban Art Tour
For the perfect combination of wine and art in Buenos Aires, book this premium wine tasting and urban art tour!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 3 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? This is the ideal way to experience some of Buenos Aires’ hidden artistic gems and learn about Argentinian wine in one afternoon.
Sommelier led wine tasting in a wine cellar Taste premium Malbec, Torrontes, and Pinot Noir wines Taste a typical ‘picada’ (Argentine hor d’oeuvres) Learn about Argentina’s grapes and winemaking process Urban art tour with a professional local guide Discover hidden gems in the streets of Buenos Aires
This is a great way to combine several interests, explore Buenos Aires, and experience an authentic Argentinian wine tasting all in one. Not only will you learn about the history and wine making process in Argentina, but you will also discover the culture of Buenos Aires through the city’s street art and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Keep in mind when booking that the first part of this tour will involve some walking, as you explore the neighbourhood’s street art.
7. Sherpa Food Tour: Local Foodie Adventure in Buenos Aires
For the ultimate foodie experience in Buenos Aires, including wine tastings, book this Sherpa local foodie adventure.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | Tour Length: 3.5 Hours | Check Rates & Availability
Why choose this tour? This tour has over 1000 5-star reviews, and is ideal for anyone looking to have the full Argentine gastronomy experience.
Walking tour with 4-6 restaurant stops Visit Palermo, Plaza Inmigrantes de Armenia, and Palermo Soho Taste 8+ local specialties Includes authentic Argentine foods, drinks and wines Small-group tour with a maximum of 8 guests Led by an expert local guide
On this popular Buenos Aires tour, you will get to explore the Palermo neighbourhood and visit at least 4 local venues, including some of Buenos Aires’ most acclaimed restaurants. Along the way, you will learn about the neighbourhood’s history and taste a variety of Argentinian food and wine, which will leave you completely stuffed and satisfied!
This is one of the most popular and highly rated tours in Buenos Aires. The only reason it’s not included higher up the list is because it’s technically a food tour, rather than a wine tour. But this is a great way to experience both excellent local food and wine. And you won’t be disappointed by the selection of wines to taste!
FAQs
Are there many wineries in Buenos Aires?
No, there aren’t many wineries in Buenos Aires. In the province of Buenos Aires there are only a handful of wineries. The closest one to the city of Buenos Aires is Bodega Gamboa winery. Another well known Buenos Aires winery is Costa & Pampa in Chapadmalal, which is around a 6-hour drive from the city.
What is the best wine region in Argentina?
Mendoza is the most popular and well-known wine region in Argentina, and is generally considered to be the best. However, Argentina also has several other excellent wine-producing regions, including La Rioja, San Juan and Salta.
When should I go to Argentina’s wine country?
Due to the mild climate in Argentina, it’s possible to visit its wine country at any time of year! However, generally the fall (March to May) is considered the best time to visit, as this is when the harvest takes place and there are lots of festivities at this time.
When is the best month to go to Buenos Aires?
Generally from March to May and September to November is considered the best time to visit Buenos Aires, as the weather is milder during these times. The winter (June to August) can also be a very pleasant time, with cooler sunny days. Whereas the summer months (December to February) are very hot and humid, especially in the city.
How many days do you need for Mendoza?
The ideal amount of time to experience Mendoza is 3 days, so you can visit several of Mendoza’s wine regions, and spend some time exploring the Andes mountains. However, if you’re short on time you can also see a lot in just one day, by booking a Mendoza day tour from Buenos Aires
What is the most famous wine in Argentina?
Malbec is Argentina’s signature wine. The country produces some of the world’s best and most affordable Malbecs.
Is wine better in Chile or Argentina?
Both Chile and Argentina produce some of the world’s best wines, and which one is best comes down to personal preference. Argentina is known for its full-bodied, robust wines, whereas Chile tends to produce crisp, fruity wines.
If you’re also planning to visit Chile, there are some excellent wine tours which you can take from Santiago.
How long do you typically spend at a winery?
How long you spend at a winery really depends on the type of tour you’re taking. Typically a tasting will last around 45 minutes, and you will usually have time to visit the grounds. Therefore, if you’re taking a tour which involves 3-4 winery stops, you could expect to spend 1 to 2 hours at each.
Whereas if you’re touring one specific winery, which includes a tasting, guided tour of the facilities and lunch, you can expect to spend anywhere from 3-5 hours there.
Final Thoughts – Buenos Aires Winery Tours & Tastings
Wine is a key part of Argentinian culture and is something every visitor should experience. However, finding good Buenos Aires winery tours and tastings can be easier said than done, given that there aren’t many nearby vineyards.
But, hopefully this list has given you some good options for local wine tours, so you can experience, learn about and enjoy some of Argentina’s best wines when you visit Buenos Aires!
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