Susana Balbo Winery Tour in Mendoza: Vineyard & Wine Tasting

Taste five wines straight from the winemaker's vision, then learn why each one matters

A guided tour of Susana Balbo's family winery in Agrelo, Mendoza, where Argentina's first female enologist crafts award-winning wines. You walk the vineyards, explore the modern facilities, and taste five signature wines paired with local delicacies while learning the story behind each bottle and Susana's pioneering legacy in Argentine winemaking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tour Susana Balbo's winery and tasting

• Welcome and vineyard stroll
• Explore modern winery facilities
• Learn winemaking process
• Guided tasting of signature wines
• Discover Susana Balbo's legacy

The experience

Your afternoon in Mendoza starts with pickup and a drive to Agrelo, where Susana Balbo opened her winery in 1999 after becoming Argentina's first woman to earn an enology degree. The visit opens in the vineyards, where you see the sustainable practices that shape every vintage. A guide walks you through the modern facilities and explains how the grapes become wine: the fermentation, aging, and decisions that separate one bottle from another.

The tasting sits at the heart of the experience: five of Susana's signature wines, each one paired with local delicacies. Your guide unpacks the philosophy behind the wines and the choices Susana made in crafting them, so the tasting becomes a conversation rather than a lineup. The whole visit runs about two and a half hours, leaving room to ask questions and linger over the wines that catch your interest.

Private transport is included, so if you're without a car or staying in the city, you don't arrange the logistics yourself. The winery is wheelchair accessible, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two other languages. If you want to add lunch or request extra tastings, the operator can customize the experience when you book.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• bottled water.
• full access to the winery and vineyards.
• guided tasting of five premium wines.
• local food pairings.
• insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00 and 15:00

Book up to18h before

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Futuro Travels

Is this one for you?Pickup from your hotel is included, so if you're without a rental car or staying in central Mendoza, you skip the drive to Agrelo and arrive ready to taste. The private format means your guide paces the experience around your questions and interests rather than a fixed group schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

Who was Susana Balbo and why does her winery matter?

Susana Balbo was Argentina's first woman to earn an enology degree, a groundbreaking achievement in a male-dominated field. She opened her family winery in Agrelo in 1999 and has since become known for award-winning wines that reflect her innovative approach to winemaking and her commitment to sustainable vineyard practices.

What happens during the vineyard walk?

You stroll through the vineyards and see firsthand the sustainable practices the winery uses to grow its grapes. The guide explains how these methods shape the quality and character of the wines you'll taste later.

How many wines do you taste and what comes with them?

You taste five premium wines, each one paired with local delicacies. The guide explains the story and philosophy behind each wine so you understand what makes it distinctive.

Is transportation from my hotel included?

Yes, private transportation is included in the tour price. Pickup happens from your accommodation, and the drive to Agrelo takes you directly to the winery.

Can I add lunch or extra tastings?

Yes. Contact the operator when you book to customize the experience. You can add lunch, request additional tastings, or tailor other details to fit what you want from the afternoon.