Wine & Wineries Archives

Varela Zarranz – Uruguay wine history & sparkling wines

One of Uruguay’s oldest wineries, Varela Zarranz is just 50 min from the capital. Winner of 150+ awards, it’s famous for its sparkling wines.

November 21, 2023 No Comments

Bodega Cerro Chapeu – Uruguayan wine legends

Led by a “winemaker legend”, Cerro Chapeu is a must-do Uruguayan wine destination. In the wild middle of nowhere, it is a shock to discover such an exciting, modern winery, say experts.

November 6, 2023 No Comments

Alto de la Ballena – Pioneering Maldonado winery

A tiny Maldonado winery producing some of Uruguay’s finest wines. Alto de la Ballena pioneered wine making in Uruguay’s most up-and-coming wine region.

October 27, 2023 No Comments

Nakkal Wines – Minimal intervention wines

Taste 100% natural Uruguay wines at one of Uruguay’s youngest, coolest and most experimental wineries 30 mins from the capital.

October 24, 2023 No Comments

Almacén de la Capilla – Carmelo winery cabaña among the vines

Don’t stay at a Carmelo Uruguay hotel when you’re in wine country. Choose a magical cabaña in a vineyard instead.

October 24, 2023 No Comments

Balbuena Wines – Wine tasting in Montevideo

Great little wine store is a mandatory stop for Uruguay wine tasting in Montevideo with a selection of 130+ Uruguayan wines.

September 27, 2023 1 Comment

Pisano Wines Uruguay – Kings of Tannat

Pisano Wines, an award-winning Uruguay winery, exports to 48 countries but they don’t do tours. They’re too busy ‘cooking’ wine.

September 21, 2023 3 Comments

Wine Explorers – Private Uruguay wine tours

Private Uruguay wine tours & tastings. The unique wineries will be the highlight of your travels. Plus monthly group excursions for expats.

September 1, 2023 8 Comments

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