Head today an hour south of Mendoza to the Uco Valley, centred around the towns of Tupungato, Tunuyan and San Carlos in the shadow of the striking Cordon del Plata mountain range. This is one of Mendoza’s most imposing as well as fertile landscapes that is covered by thousands of hectares of vines as well a fruit plantations. Explore modern state-of-the-art wineries that have focused on producing premium wines in this area, where production thrives on the higher altitude as well as the unique terroir. Visit two to three wineries and meet the vineyards’ own oenologists or agricultural experts to learn about the different processes of wine-making from harvest to bottle, the art of wine-pairing and, of course, a delicious wine-tasting and lunch to complement your day.