Argentina and Uruguay: South American Wines

Founded in 1536 by the Spaniard Pedro de Mendoza, for a century and a half Buenos Aires was cut off from the main routes of South America, only gaining importance in the 18th century. As the capital of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, Buenos Aires saw a large influx of European immigrants in the 19th and 20th centuries. With its wide tree-lined avenues, impressive buildings, and cosmopolitan atmosphere, Buenos Aires is considered one of the most beautiful cities in South America. The Argentine capital has a more European than South American atmosphere and is characterized by lively streets, luxurious boulevards, old-style cafes, and classy restaurants. Buenos Aires is rich in history, culture, and must-see attractions, starting with its colorful neighborhoods and the historic city center, which is the nerve center of the city's relationship with politics.

At the foot of the Andes Mountains and just a few hours from the Chilean border, Mendoza is world-famous for the quality of its vineyards. With its 150,000 hectares of vineyards, the Mendoza region is the leading wine region in Latin America. The reason for its success lies in its famous grape varieties, first and foremost Malbec, but also Merlot, Syrah, Sauvignon, and Chardonnay.

Colonia is a charming and lively city that was originally founded by Portuguese settlers from Brazil in 1680. The historic city centre has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the past, the city was used as a smuggling base, but today its pretty colonial centre with narrow streets and beautiful architecture make it a fascinating and interesting place to explore. The small old town is home to nine small museums, which can be visited for a single entrance fee, and many high-quality restaurants.

Carmelo è forse il segreto meglio custodito dell'Uruguay. Con le sue spiagge dorate affacciate sul fiume, le ricche offerte culturali e la rinomata regione vinicola in crescita, Carmelo è una meta ideale sia per gli sposi in luna di miele che per gli appassionati di viaggi di lusso. La principale attrazione della città è costituita dalle numerose attività all'aperto. I visitatori possono partecipare a degustazioni di vino e esperienze culinarie, salire su una barca lungo il Rio de la Plata fino all'inizio del fiume Uruguay o semplicemente rilassarsi e godersi un picnic tra i vigneti.