Cafayate Valley

Cafayate Valley is actually located in the Salta province in northwestern Argentina, not in Mendoza. Known for its high-altitude vineyards (some of the highest in the world at 1,700-3,000 meters), Cafayate features a unique climate with intense sunlight, large diurnal temperature variations, and limited rainfall. The region primarily grows Torrontés (Argentina's signature white grape), Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tannat, producing aromatic whites and intensely concentrated, high-acidity red wines.