In Mendoza you can access the most distinguished experiences, where the best of the cuisine of the region and the world is amalgam , on a tour of the most stunning landscapes montana, charming spots in the beautiful cities of the province or in pastoral areas where the proximity of the vineyards and wine in gestation visitors approaching the genesis of Mendoza spirit.
The following are our distinguished dining experiences , categories and areas containing specially selected restaurants and are highlighted by the unique spirit of their proposals.
URBAN WINERY O FOURNIER
The O Fournier winery is a must on the promenade by the Department of San Carlos . It is housed in a nca 263 hectares of vineyards and native vegetation in the natural landscape of the Andean foothills. View from afar can deter an oil painting with mountain scenery and unique architecture. Interior edi cio has maximum exponent arrival in a tunnel with an automatic gate that suggestively to a majestic and unexpected cava to 10 meters below ground opens and ends when you return to the Super cies where a lagoon that serves mirror water to the majestic Andes . In this frame of incomparable beauty , was opened in October 2006, the Urban restaurant. Which is within the Tourism Center which includes the underground room and private cellar of the winery. It is accessed by a staircase from the winery or by the main entrance. The structure of glass cubicle on a mirror of water, along with a sober and minimalist decor , let the prominence of the Cordillera , where diners can admire it from every angle from inside. In summer the restaurant moves to the deck and have lunch at the lakeside with the freshness of the breeze and the sound of water .
The menu features seasonal , designed by the chef , restaurant owner , seeks to be balanced, tasty and innovative , with the best care. It consists of 6 steps joining two kitchens marking the cultures living all the time in the cellar : the Spanish in Argentina and the perfect pairing with wines: Urban, Bcrux and Alfa Crux . The subtracted using fresh local produce , some of them from his own garden , while the bread is made on the day.
TUPUNGATO winelands RESTAURANT
Tupungato Winelands Wine Country is the first club in the world that combines NCAs with private vineyards , lots and apartments with golf and polo clubs , nestled at the foot of the Andes .
A place where wine experience complete with world class facilities with a golf course that preserves and enhances the desert landscape with two polo fields guarded by a giant who can be seen every morning : the imposing Cerro Tupungato .
In the canteen of the golf course runs a small restaurant for fifteen people in the style of the Italian countryside with a simple proposal managed by chef Pablo del Río. A place to enjoy a leisurely day , order a grilled trout and accompany of local grapes like Dona Paula or Thrush . While the experience of putting together picnic on the golf course can be fun .
BODEGA RUCA MALEN
Ruca Malen was one of the first restaurants in wineries and born with a single table in the middle of the main room of the cellar for very special and intimate meals. Over time, it becomes one of the most important in this area having three well nests spaces : the main room with windows that look natural framed pictures, playing with backlight interior and exterior , glaze deck is closest to the vineyard with an extraordinary and nally a private gallery that has an exceptional view of the mountains .
In this place, the food is not the protagonist , but a company that knows adapted to wine at home is brilliant . Experience is the wine is actually thought the opposite of a normal restaurant where the dish is chosen and recommend wine. An interdisciplinary team selects the wines you want to offer and accordingly the gastronomic proposal is made to appreciate them in the best possible way . This proposal is made in six steps to focus its work in a careful and technically complex cuisine without losing the basic concept of chef Lucas Bustos is the value in the local product. Part of this philosophy transmit the barrels on the sides of the kitchen with herbs crops and cherry tomatoes that are used for daily drinking and cooking classes. A recreational option for after lunch at the winery is part of the game cut to assemble wines or activities with pairings .
WINE CORNER LÓPEZ LÓPEZ
Maipú is known for being the birthplace of wine , the mother of winemaking tradition and its most legendary cellars Bodegas López is located on the tourist corridor Ozamis . A house of iconic wines, dedicated to Argentine palate , the wine cask , the local style and a legacy of terroirs that travels through the blood of this family. He is currently in the hands of the third generation , who continue to build with absolute humility history cava , which houses museum exhibits that reflect the history of winemaking province.
Despite being a hold of the last century , I always knew her story combine well with the art that constantly pushes the wine world . A couple of years ago , opened a resort with a super cie cover 1750 m2 on three floors. A museum subsoil , micro and connection to one of the most cherished treasures of this winery , his wine cellar. Downstairs , a large space with a bar 11 meters long and armchairs can sample their wines and small bites to accompany them and nally the first floor where the restaurant called Rincon Lopez is located. a
site surrounded by windows overlooking the terraces offering views of the mountains, to the winery and gardens of the house . Ideal summer to share a cheese board and ambres with a glass of sparkling Montchenot or go for a vertical tasting where experts will guide the tasting the same wine in different crops. Inside a wave and classical re proposes a comfortable, friendly and cozy restaurant that offers a la carte gourmet jo accompanied by wines or classic menu .
