Bodega López is one of Mendoza's oldest family wineries, founded in 1898 by José López Rivas. Five generations later, it is still run by direct descendants of the founder. Its classic wines like Cason...
Bodega López is one of Mendoza's oldest family wineries, founded in 1898 by José López Rivas. Five generations later, it is still run by direct descendants of the founder. Its classic wines like Casona López and Château Vieux are an essential reference of traditional Mendoza wine tourism.
"A curated visit with the attention to detail this winery deserves."
Discovery Wine Mendoza · conciergeLópez was founded in 1898 with Argentine (López family, Spanish-Basque origin) origin. Throughout its history, the house built a distinctive identity within the Maipú winemaking landscape, maintaining commitment to quality and consistency vintage after vintage. Its trajectory reflects the evolution of Argentine wine from traditional roots to contemporary premium projects.
López's vineyards sit at around 750 metros altitude in Maipú, one of Mendoza's most recognized wine regions. Alluvial stony soils and direct Andean influence define a microclimate of marked temperature swings, ideal for classic Argentine red varietals. Their specialty: Vinos de guarda tradicional.
The winery combines production spaces and visitor areas designed for quality wine tourism. Barrel cellars, tasting rooms and vineyard views are part of a tour designed for visitors to understand the house philosophy. The visit focuses on the productive tour and curated tasting.
The flagship of the house. A traditional blend with very long aging, considered an Argentine classic.
Historic line. Malbec with classic Maipú identity, ripe fruit and well-integrated oak.
Tribute to the family patriarch. Selection of mature parcels aged in French oak.
Limited production from the best barrels. A wine for collectors of Argentine tradition.
López regularly receives recognition in specialized publications like Tim Atkin Argentina Report, Wine Enthusiast and Descorchados. Their premium wines typically score between 90 and 94 points, marking a consistent position within Argentina's quality wine tourism.
We coordinate the visit to López within a curated private tour: hotel pickup, booking management, pacing, with gourmet lunch and a complementary winery if desired. No queues, no waits, your pace. Discover our private wine tour in Mendoza or explore the Maipú.
