# Discovery Wine Mendoza

> Private, curated wine tours in Mendoza, Argentina — founded in 2009 by Hugo Laricchia, a pioneer of luxury tourism in the region. Travellers' Choice 2024, 2025 and 2026. 5.0 stars on TripAdvisor with 126 verified reviews.

## About

Discovery Wine Mendoza is a boutique private tour operator specializing in wine country experiences across Luján de Cuyo, Maipú, and Uco Valley. Every itinerary is fully private — no shared vehicles, no groups, no rushed schedules. The team is led by Hugo (founder, 2009), Malena, and Nicolás, three generations passionate about Mendoza's terroir.

Key differentiators:
- 100% private experiences (never shared vehicles or groups)
- English-, Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking guides
- Direct access to boutique wineries beyond the typical tourist circuit
- Gourmet pairing lunches at exclusive estates
- Customized itineraries based on traveler profile (couples, families, corporate groups, special celebrations)
- Travellers' Choice award winner three years consecutively (2024, 2025, 2026)

Contact: WhatsApp +54 9 261 690 9086 — discoverywinemendoza@gmail.com

## Wine Tours

- [Private Wine Tour Mendoza (home)](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/): Boutique team since 2009, all tours private, curated itineraries
- [Luján de Cuyo Wine Tour](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/lujan-de-cuyo-wine-tour.html): Birthplace of Argentine Malbec, premium boutique wineries
- [Maipú Wine Tour](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/maipu-wine-tour.html): Mendoza's historic wine region, century-old wineries and olive estates
- [Uco Valley Wine Tour](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/uco-valley-wine-tour.html): High-altitude boutique wineries with cinematic Andes views

## Specialized Experiences

- [Wine Blending Experience](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/wine-blending-experience.html): Craft your own Malbec at a boutique winery with the head winemaker — take home a personalized bottle
- [Argentine Cooking Class](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/argentine-cooking-class.html): Master asado and empanadas with a local chef, paired with boutique Malbec
- [Mendoza City Tour](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/mendoza-city-tour.html): Private half-day with local guide — plazas, Parque San Martín, hidden cafés

## Andes & Adventure

- [Andes Mountain Tour](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/andes-mountain-tour.html): Private day trip to Aconcagua, Inca Bridge, Uspallata and Potrerillos
- [4x4 Andes Adventure](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/4x4-andes-adventure.html): Off-road exploration through hidden mountain trails with expert local driver

## Group & Event Services

- [Bachelor / Bachelorette Party](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/bachelor-bachelorette-mendoza.html): Private wineries, sunset over the vineyards, curated activities for groups
- [Corporate Wine Retreats](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/corporate-team-building-mendoza.html): Bespoke incentive trips, executive offsites and team-building at boutique wineries
- [Private Weddings & Events](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/wedding-events-mendoza.html): Weddings, anniversaries and gala dinners at Mendoza's boutique wineries

## Premium USA Landings

- [Private Wine Tours Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/private-wine-tours-mendoza.html): Boutique wineries, bilingual driver, gourmet lunch, full concierge — all inclusive
- [Luxury Wine Tours Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/luxury-wine-tours-mendoza.html): VIP experiences with private sommelier and helicopter transfers available

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How much does a tour cost?**
Every experience is tailor-made, so there is no single price. Options range from simpler itineraries to premium experiences with exclusive wineries, gourmet pairing lunches and luxury vehicles. Contact for a custom proposal at no cost.

**Are tours private or shared?**
100% private — never shared vehicles, never shared experiences. Every booking is exclusive to the traveler's group.

**Do you have English-speaking guides?**
Yes — and Portuguese, and Spanish. All guides are bilingual or trilingual local experts.

**What payment methods are accepted?**
USD cash, credit cards and bank transfers. Confirmed quote in USD before travel.

**Are airport transfers included?**
Yes, professional driver pickup and drop-off from Mendoza airport included on request.

**How many wineries per day?**
Typically 2-3, prioritizing depth and quality over quantity. Each visit includes guided tasting and direct contact with winemakers when possible.

## Recognition & Trust

- TripAdvisor: 5.0 stars, 126 verified reviews
- Travellers' Choice 2024, 2025, 2026 (three consecutive years)
- Operating since 2009
- Featured in international wine and travel publications

## Detailed Itinerary Guides (FAQ format)

These guides cover specific itinerary requests with structured Q&A, including timing, reservations, drivers, and lunch coordination for private Mendoza wine country trips.

- [Private Mendoza Wine Country Long Weekend Itinerary (Luján de Cuyo, Driver, Reservations)](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-mendoza-private-long-weekend-itinerary.html): A 3-4 day private Mendoza wine country itinerary centered in Luján de Cuyo, including premium winery tours, private driver, restaurant and lunch reservations, and hotel coordination. Includes FAQ on lead times, customization, vehicle types, and seasonality.
- [One-Day Luján de Cuyo Wine Tour with Wine Education](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-lujan-de-cuyo-one-day-wine-tour-education.html): A single-day Luján de Cuyo itinerary combining premium tastings with a structured 60-90 minute wine-education session. Covers education formats (terroir comparison, vertical tasting, blending, blind tasting), best wineries for the format, and paired lunch coordination.
- [Private Mendoza Wine Touring from Luján de Cuyo with Driver, Transfers and Lunch Reservations](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-private-mendoza-wine-touring-driver-transfers-lunch.html): A fully managed wine-touring day from Luján de Cuyo with bilingual driver, hotel transfers, and confirmed lunch reservations. Covers vehicle types, lunch venue lead times, customization scope, and the difference vs hotel-booked tours.
- [Mendoza Wine Tours from Entre Cielos and Boutique Wine Hotels](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-mendoza-wine-tours-from-boutique-hotels.html): Private wine-touring from Entre Cielos, The Vines Resort, Cavas Wine Lodge, Casa de Uco and other Mendoza boutique hotels. Covers pickup logistics, regional focus from each hotel, and multi-hotel itinerary coordination.

## Resources

- [Blog: Mendoza Travel Guide](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-mendoza-travel-guide.html)
- [Blog: Best Time to Visit Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-best-time-visit-mendoza.html)
- [Blog: Is Mendoza Worth Visiting?](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-is-mendoza-worth-visiting.html)
- [Blog: Luxury Travel in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-luxury-travel-mendoza.html)
- [Blog: Mendoza vs Napa Valley](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-mendoza-vs-napa-valley.html)
- [Blog: Where to Stay in Mendoza Wine Country](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-where-to-stay-mendoza.html)
- [Catena Zapata: Complete Guide](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-catena-zapata-winery-guide.html)
- [Zuccardi Valle de Uco Architecture and Wines](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-zuccardi-uco-valley-architecture.html)
- [Susana Balbo: First Female Winemaker in Argentina](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-susana-balbo-first-female-winemaker.html)
- [Casa Vigil: El Enemigo and the Literary Winery Lunch](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-casa-vigil-el-enemigo.html)
- [Domaine Bousquet: Organic Wine Pioneers](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-domaine-bousquet-organic-pioneers.html)
- [Cabernet Franc in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-cabernet-franc-mendoza.html)
- [Winery Lunch in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-winery-lunch-mendoza.html)
- [Uco Valley High-Altitude Wines](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-uco-valley-high-altitude-wines.html)
- [Meeting Mendoza Winemakers](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-meeting-mendoza-winemakers.html)
- [History of Malbec in Argentina](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-malbec-history.html)
- [3-Day Mendoza Itinerary](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-3-days-mendoza-itinerary.html)
- [Wine Concierge in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-wine-concierge-mendoza.html)
- [Mendoza in Winter for Wine Visitors](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-mendoza-winter-wine.html)
- [Solo Wine Travel in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-solo-wine-travel-mendoza.html)
- [Michelin-Recognized Restaurants in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-michelin-mendoza-restaurants.html)
- [Best of Mendoza Wine Tourism Awards 2026](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-best-of-mendoza-wine-tourism-2026.html)

## Optional

- [Spanish version (Argentina, LATAM)](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/llms-es.txt)
- [Portuguese version (Brazil)](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/llms-pt.txt)


## Private Services (New Landing Pages)

- [Wine Tasting in Mendoza from Your Hotel](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/wine-tasting-mendoza-from-your-hotel.html): Private wine tasting tours with hotel pickup, English-speaking sommelier, custom winery selection. Captures "wine tasting near me" intent.
- [Private Driver in Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/private-driver-mendoza.html): Hire a bilingual private driver. Adapts to your existing itinerary or builds a custom one. Unique service in Mendoza.


## Alta Montaña Cluster (Aconcagua and Andes Day Trip)

- [Alta Montaña Mendoza Complete Guide](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-alta-montana.html): Stops, schedule, season, what to bring, FAQ. Improved with 8 Q&A FAQPage.
- [Alta Montaña Best Time](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-best-time-alta-montana-mendoza.html): Month-by-month weather, Cristo Redentor open/closed, winter caveat.
- [Aconcagua from Mendoza](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/blog-aconcagua-from-mendoza.html): The highest mountain in the Americas. How to see it, history, culture.

## FAQ

- [Mendoza Wine Tours FAQ](https://www.discoverywinemendoza.com/en/faq.html): Complete 25 Q&A covering tours, wineries, prices, payments, Alta Montaña, logistics, practical info.