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Hidden Gems of Maipú

Maipú represents the historical heart of Mendoza's viticulture, characterized by 19th-century estates and pioneering family traditions. This selection highlights the region's diversity, from the Florentine-style architecture of Bodega Trapiche and the historic Roman-style vats at Familia Di Tommaso to the specialized Museo Nacional del Vino. The list includes unique research-focused vineyards like Tempus Alba and the surrealist, literature-inspired spaces of El Enemigo, alongside dedicated regional restaurants focusing on seasonal Mendoza cuisine and olive oil production.

Hidden Gems of Maipú — Mapa

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Bodega Familia Zuccardi

An innovative estate featuring an olive oil mill and art gallery. The site focuses on sustainable viticulture and offers tastings of diverse varietals beyond the traditional Malbec.

B

Bodega Trapiche

Housed in a restored 1912 Florentine-style building, this winery features original railway tracks once used for transport and specializes in biodynamic viticulture.

C

Restaurante El Enemigo

Inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy, this space combines a winery and restaurant within a labyrinthine structure. It is specifically known for high-rated Cabernet Franc and unconventional cellar design.

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Familia Di Tommaso

Established in 1869, this historic winery maintains its original architecture and features old Roman-style masonry vats used for traditional fermentation processes.

E

Bodega Tempus Alba

A family-run winery featuring a rooftop terrace overlooking the vineyards. The estate is recognized for its scientific research into Malbec clonal selection and genetic diversity.

F

Museo Nacional del Vino y la Vendimia

Located in the historic Chalet Giol and Chalet Gargantini, this museum preserves the heritage of the former Giol winery, displaying 19th-century artifacts and antique winemaking machinery.

G

Finca Agostino

A modern estate in the Barrancas sub-region featuring expansive gardens and a focus on premium blends, with an on-site restaurant serving farm-to-table cuisine.

H

Nieto Senetiner

Dating back to 1888, this winery features colonial-style architecture and offers traditional tastings focused on Malbec and Bonarda varieties from estate-grown grapes.

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Zuccardi

A regional restaurant on the Zuccardi estate specializing in seasonal Mendoza dishes. The menu focuses on local ingredients and olive oil pairings from the onsite mill.