Buenos Aires: Boutique Wine Tasting & Artisan Pairings in Palermo

Summary

Palermo’s cellar tastings with rare wines artisan bites & local stories

You’ll slip into Palermo’s relaxed rhythm as you taste boutique Argentine wines rarely found outside Buenos Aires, guided by a bilingual sommelier who shares local stories and food pairings from neighborhood artisans. Expect laughter over new flavors, an intimate group setting, and maybe even sunshine on the patio if you’re lucky—the memory lingers longer than any souvenir.

What’s the experience like?

I’d been curious about Argentine wine for ages, but the Buenos Aires wine tasting in Palermo felt different from the start. We ducked down into this low-lit cellar—cool air, old brick walls, a faint smell of cork and something earthy I couldn’t quite place. Our sommelier, Lucía, greeted us with this warmth that made it feel more like joining a friend’s dinner than any formal tasting. She switched between English and Spanish so easily (I tried to keep up—my Spanish is still a work in progress), and right away she poured us something I’d never seen in stores back home.

The first sip caught me off guard—Malbec, but not the big supermarket kind. It tasted almost wild? Lucía explained it came from a tiny Mendoza winery that only sells to places like this. She handed around these little empanadas from a bakery just down the street; honestly, I could’ve eaten five more. There was laughter when someone tried to pronounce “Torrontés” (not me this time), and at one point Lucía told us how her grandfather used to stomp grapes barefoot as a kid. The whole thing felt unhurried—no pressure to swirl or sniff the “right” way. I liked that.

We moved out to the patio for the last glass because the weather had turned soft and golden. There were birds somewhere above us and you could hear traffic far off but mostly it was just quiet conversation. Someone asked if we could buy these wines anywhere else; Lucía shook her head—some bottles are only for guests here. That made it feel kind of special, even though I’m not usually sentimental about drinks. Still think about that last glass sometimes when I see Malbec on a menu back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Buenos Aires wine tasting experience

• Arrive at Palermo, Buenos Aires
• Join small-group wine tasting
• Taste premium boutique wines
• Enjoy food pairings with local delicacies
• Experience tasting in cellar or patio
• Learn from expert sommeliers

Top questions

How long does the Buenos Aires wine tasting last?

The experience lasts approximately 2 hours.

Is food included during the wine tasting?

Yes, regional delicacies from local artisans are paired with each wine.

Where does the wine tasting take place in Buenos Aires?

It’s held in Palermo, either in an underground cellar or on the patio depending on group size and weather.

Are there English-speaking guides or sommeliers?

Yes, professional sommeliers fluent in English and Spanish guide the tasting.

Can I book this wine tasting for a private group?

You can inquire about private bookings for groups of up to four people or larger groups by contacting them directly.

Are some wines exclusive to this experience?

Yes, certain boutique wines are only available at this hotel’s tastings.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the venue.

Is this suitable for all fitness levels?

The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What’s included

Your evening includes guided tastings led by an English- and Spanish-speaking sommelier, pours of premium Argentine wines (some exclusive), regional food pairings from local artisans, all taxes and fees covered—and depending on your group size or the weather, you’ll be seated either inside their atmospheric cellar or out on their leafy Palermo patio.