In the heart of the Calchaquí valleys, hidden between imposing mountains and surrounded by vineyards at 2,300 meters high, it is located Colomé stay: a refuge of natural beauty, living history and sophisticated hospitality.
Estancia Colomé houses the oldest cellar in operation of Argentina, founded in 1831. Having there is traveling in time, walking between centennial vineyards, contemplating infinite skies and getting carried away by the majestic silence of the Andes. Its nine boutique rooms, inspired by the colonial style of an ancient hole of stay, offer panoramic views to vineyards, lavenders and mountains, and create an atmosphere of intimacy and absolute disconnection.
The wine tourism becomes unique thanks to the guided tour of the winery and a tasting of extreme height wines. To this proposal is added the shocking James Turrell Museumthe only artist in South America, who offers an immersive experience with the light as the protagonist.
In the museum you can travel 1,700 square meters of expository surface divided into nine rooms designed by Turrell himself. His works not only allow themselves to enter an artistic career of more than half a century, but also challenge perception and invite you to live a unique sensory experience.
The kitchen is in charge of chef Patricia Courtois, winner of the Baron B Grand Prix. Her gastronomic proposal is influenced by seasonality, under the premise that it is always better to use ingredients available here and now. Therefore, the restaurant menu, under the concept of “from the garden to the plate”, nourishes from the garden itself and organic farm. The fundamental principle is that of “Kilometer Zero”, a philosophy of the Slow Food that promotes the consumption of local products, shortening the distance between the earth and the kitchen.
In Colomé, every detail is intended for the visitor to feel part of something authentic and harmonious. Horseways, guided walks, massages, pool, reading room and a bowl of bochas are part of a stay that flows to nature’s compass. The commitment to the environment is reflected in sustainable practices that respect biodiversity and promote ecological balance.
It has been four times recognized among the best vineyards in the world by the 50 Best Vineyardsa distinction that recognizes the best wine tourism proposals around the world, highlighting destinations that offer impressive views, high quality restaurants and luxury accommodation options. Recently recognized as the Best wine tourism proposal In the Experiences and Tourism category for the Winexplorers Awards, Estancia Colomé continues to reaffirm its place as an unmissable destination for those who seek to live the wine with all the senses.
About the history of the winery
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In 1998, Donald HESS undertook an epic trip in search of the best wines in South America. He had been in Chile and then in the Mendoza region, in Argentina, but he still didn’t find that special grape he was looking for. Upon arriving in the province of Salta, in the North Argentino, Donald felt inspired by the intensity of sunlight and the quality of the terroir. It was then that his vision was born: to be a pioneer in a new category of wines called “high wines.”
Donald wanted to elaborate a world -class malbec at extreme altitudes. As a result, four vineyards were planted at different heights and, as true pioneers of the extreme height vineyard, they broke records when planting at 3,111 meters above sea level.
Colomé had a unique terroir: vine plants with more than 150 years old, of the prefiloxic era, a true inspiration that gave rise to the winery.
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