An ambitious wine tourism proposal that pays tribute to the mountains

This summer Andeluna inaugurated a new proposal to live the experience of wine and the mountains with the possibility of staying in its exclusive Andeluna Winery Lodgewhich adds to its traditional tourist program with gastronomic proposals and activities to contemplate the landscape at different times of the day with a drink in hand, enjoying the motto that defines the winery: “We are mountain wines ”.

Within the framework of its 20th Anniversary, starting in December Andeluna offers a different accommodation option to enjoy leisure or business trips in your Andeluna Winery Lodge. These are 8 luxury lodges, made up of independent units of between 42 and 45 m2 that include a deck with 2 armchairs to relax with the panoramic view of the vineyards and mountains of Gualtallary.

“Andeluna Winery Lodge It is designed to provide an unparalleled experience for the national and international visitor. It is a great bet that completes our hospitality area to provide a 360° experience: wines, exquisite gastronomy, a unique view and, now, our accommodation at the foot of the Cordón del Plata” says Pablo Ferral, Hospitality Manager of Andeluna Winery.

Architecturally, the lodges maintain the same style and are differentiated by their interior design in which natural colors and noble materials, such as wood, give a warm atmosphere. Each one has everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay: amenities with organic products, a cafeteria station equipped with a Nespresso, bathrobes, a King Size or Twin bed, a safe, luggage space, a minibar and a small living room. to be. Additionally, in the outdoor sector, each unit has a garden with native plants and a fire pit for cold nights.

With this opening, the restaurant Andelunarecognized with the Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice 2023 as one of the most recommended in the world, expands its gastronomic proposal from Monday to Monday to also offer a la carte dinnerswith input options – like Cold Avocado Soup, Confit Tomatoes, Aioli, Toasted Pistachios –; main – like Roast on flagstone (entrane, beef eye, chorizo, vacuum), Rosemary and Olive Potatoes, Creole with almonds, Organic Egg Mayonnaise-; and desserts – like Dark Chocolate Moist, White Chocolate and Cardamom Soup, Malbec Ice Cream with Red Fruits -. If they prefer an informal dinner, visitors also have the possibility of opting for snacks such as sourdough pizzas, focaccia, empanadas, selection of cheeses and cold cuts or carpaccio.

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“The combination of textures and flavors to make known the gastronomic identity of our country is the central axis of our cuisine. We have snack options for those visitors who want a more relaxed menu or a la carte dishes, to pair with our wines,” describes Juan Pablo Miguez, executive chef of the restaurant. Andeluna.

The possibility of dining at the winery is added to the midday menu options such as the Mountain Steps Menu -4 steps- or the Cabernet Franc Experience -5 wines harmonized with 6 stages of food-, in which each proposal is paired next to a wine; The most informal to enjoy the gardens and the mountain view is the Unstructured Menu and the Afternoons in Andeluna that take place during sunset in which the Unstructured Menu is offered and can be enjoyed in a relaxed way in the gardens of the winery, in front of the imposing Andes Mountains.

In this way, the winery offers a comprehensive program for visitors that invites them to enjoy the wine and the mountains from morning to night with different activities such as traditional Guided tours of the vineyard and tastings, have fun learning in the cooking lessons or the Blend game. In addition, guests have the possibility of doing outdoor experiences in the valley, such as rafting, trekking, helicopter ridesamong others, completing a unique and attractive stay.

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Recently, Andeluna was selected by the prestigious Luxury Lifestyle Awards as a member of the TOP 100 Premium Wine & Spirits Brands of the World 2023 in recognition of the exceptional quality, craftsmanship and dedication with which it produces its wines during its 20 years of experience. The objective of the TOP 100 is to reward an elite group of companies that represent “the best of the best”, selected and evaluated by numerous industry sources, based on their reputation, credibility, brand awareness, luxury experience and excellence in the service. This recognition confirms the winery’s commitment to producing high-end wines that showcase the Gualtallary identity, with a focus on sustainability and organic practices, combined with excellence in the area of ​​Hospitality.

Andeluna elaborate Mountain Wines. It is located in Gualtallary, one of the most favorable terroirs in the province of Mendoza for producing high-end wines with their own identity. The winery is under the management of the Barale Family since 2013, following principles of responsibility and sustainability of resources, as well as directing its wines to international consumer trends. Oenology is in charge of Manuel González Bals.