On both sides of the Andes, exceptional vineyards. To discover them, here is a gourmet and learned journey, with a knowledgeable guide. A subject of Figaro Magazine.
Chile and Argentina are old lands of wine. It has been produced since the arrival of the Spaniards, its reputation is well established: it is on the slopes of the Andes that the vines have found the most favorable soils. Nothing to see, however, between Argentinian wines, which grow sheltered from the Andes, and those of Chile, whose hills are exposed to the clouds of the Pacific, recalls Hélène Savoye.
This Frenchwoman, an expert in South American wines, will share her knowledge with the travelers who will participate with her in this crossing of the South American continent. They will see the doors of the best bodegas open, the vintages will appear by a miracle and the oenologists will be there to comment on them …
This itinerary will be a fascinating way to discover these two neighboring but so different countries. On the program, Buenos Aires, the immense languid city on the banks of the Rio de la Plata. Both exuberant and tranquil, it has a few good tables where menus will be offered allowing you to put good bottles to the test.
Condemned to gain height
Then you will find yourself in Mendoza, at the foot of the Andes: in front of such a grandiose panorama, you are doomed to gain height.
This is what the estates you will visit do: Catena Zapata, whose vines are located at an altitude of over 900 m; Achaval-Ferrer, who works to the millimeter on the combination of soil and climate. After having greeted Aconcagua, it will be Chile. Good news: Santiago, the capital, is waking up! And famous estates can be found in the region: Viña Vik, De Martino. The promise of exciting experiences.
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The House of Latin America (01.53.63.13.40; Maisondesameriqueslatines.com). “Argentina & Chile, an oenological getaway”, 13 days / 12 nights full board, from € 4,895 departing from Paris in Eco class, with domestic flights and the accompaniment of Hélène Savoye.
When?
Next trip from April 3 to 15
»Services: Book wine experiences directly at the wineries.
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