Chañarmuyo Winery, Excellent Winemaking Conditions in the Foothills of the Andes

Nestled amongst the charming Paiman Hills of the Andes, in the rocky desert of Chañarmuyo Valley, sits the Chañarmuyo Winery. The vineyards are located in La Rioja Province, and are surrounded by giant green thistles, emerging in a burst of constant sunlight and touched by warm breezes, the surrounding area produces a unique microclimate for grape growing.

Winemaking with a Great Respect for Nature

In the village of Chañarmuyo, with 100 inhabitants in total, Jorge Chamas started growing vines in 2001 for Chañarmuyo Winery. Jorge established the winery and continues to create excellent wines with a great philosophy of winemaking. All staff members work with respect for their natural surroundings, producing superb wines from La Rioja in perfect balance and harmony.

Chañarmuyo Winery exports their wines internationally and has won several awards over several vintages.

The vineyards, situated near Blanco River and Duranzo River, in the most beautiful wine-growing area of the Mendoza region, give rise to high quality grapes. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Chardonnay are the main vareties cultivated. A few part of Chañarmuyo Valley enjoy more fertile soils, perfect for the cultivation of Tannat, Petit Verdot, Syrah, and Viognier. These vines are systematically and carefully fermented in steel tanks to give rise to top-notch red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines.

Discover the Amazing Surroundings of Chañarmuyo Winery

There is a lot to discover while touring Chañarmuyo – old city streets, ancient homes, the town square, church, pub, and local citizens, all express the flame of this old civilization. Guests are welcome to visit the Chañarmuyo Winery to discover several wine-food pairing experiences and capture the true spirit of La Rioja in Argentina.

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