Pulenta Estate
A boutique winery in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, with small-group visits through the vineyards, cellar and barrel room, plus tastings including a sensory one and pairings.
Pulenta Estate is in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, on Provincial Route 86, in one of Mendoza's best-known vineyard areas. It is a family boutique winery: its website speaks of four generations in Argentine wine, without giving a founding year. It is worth leaving some margin in your day to enjoy the visit without rushing.
The standout grapes are Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The visit is for small groups, by advance booking, and is available in Spanish, English and Portuguese. The data does not mention a restaurant or lodging, so check those points with the winery.
Experiences
Tips for your visit
- Book ahead: visits are for small groups and require advance reservation.
- Choose the tasting by interest: standard, private single-vineyard or sensory.
- Do not count on lunch or lodging: the available data does not mention them, so ask.
Check opening times and bookings with the winery before you go: visits usually need a reservation.
Location map
Frequently asked questions
How do I book a visit at Pulenta Estate?
The visit requires advance booking. Contact the winery through its official website or tourism section to choose the tasting, the language and an available date.
What can I do at the winery?
Tour the vineyards, cellar and barrel room, take a standard, private or sensory tasting, and try pairings with local cheeses or artisanal chocolates. Service is in Spanish, English and Portuguese.
Where is it and how do I get there?
It is on Provincial Route 86, km 6, in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, a few kilometres south of Mendoza city. Get there by car, taxi or transfer.
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Winery data: Argentina.gob.ar, Wineries Map of Argentina (CC BY 4.0).