Mendoza Uco Valley: Private Wine Tour & Gourmet Lunch

Summary

Uco Valley wine tasting day trip with gourmet pairing lunch

You’ll taste crisp wines at Domaine Bousquet with a local guide, then settle into a multi-course gourmet lunch paired with regional wines at another Uco Valley winery. With private transfers and bottled water included, you can relax into mountain views and real conversations—leaving space for those small moments that stick with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember the sound of gravel crunching under our shoes as we stepped out into the morning air at Domaine Bousquet. There was this faint smell—somewhere between fresh earth and grape skins—that hit me before anything else. Our guide, Ana, waved us over with that easy local warmth and started talking about how the Andes shape everything here, even the way the wind tastes. I tried to ask her about malbec in my best Spanish (not great), and she just smiled and switched to English so I wouldn’t have to struggle. The first sip of wine was colder than I expected, sharp but kind of silky too. Not sure if that makes sense unless you’ve tried it.

The drive between wineries felt almost like a pause button—just rows and rows of vines, mountains looming in that washed-out blue way they do around Mendoza. We had bottled water in the car (thank god, because it gets dry out here), and I kept catching myself staring out the window instead of talking. Lunch came next at another spot—can’t remember the name now, but I remember the bread was still warm when they brought it out. Each course had its own glass of wine, which sounds fancy but felt more like someone inviting you into their kitchen. The chef came out once to check if we liked his empanadas; he looked genuinely nervous until we nodded.

Honestly, I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed on a private wine tour in Uco Valley. Maybe it was knowing we didn’t have to drive or worry about anything—the transfer was just there waiting every time—or maybe it was just how everyone seemed happy to talk about their land without rushing you along. By afternoon, sunlight hit everything sideways and people got quieter at our table, just enjoying that last glass before heading back toward Mendoza city. I keep thinking about that view from the terrace—grapes everywhere, mountains behind—and how it all felt bigger than just a day trip from Mendoza.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Uco Valley winery tour and lunch

• Guided tour and tasting at winery
• Gourmet lunch with wine pairing

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Uco Valley wine tour?

Yes, private transportation with pickup is included.

Which wineries are visited during the tour?

Domaine Bousquet is included; lunch is at another renowned Uco Valley winery.

Are meals and drinks covered on this private wine tour?

Yes, lunch and alcoholic beverages are included along with bottled water.

Is this Mendoza wine tour suitable for families or infants?

Yes, infants and small children can join; specialized infant seats are available.

Is this Uco Valley day trip wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.

How far is Uco Valley from Mendoza city?

The Uco Valley is about 1–1.5 hours’ drive from Mendoza city center.

Do guides speak English during the winery visits?

Yes, guides can provide information in English as well as Spanish.

What’s included

Your day includes private pickup and return transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle from Mendoza city, guided tours with tastings at Domaine Bousquet and another top Uco Valley winery, a multi-course gourmet lunch perfectly paired with regional wines, plus bottled water throughout so you can focus on savoring every detail without worry.