Many of Argentina and Chile's wine regions are seated along the base of the Andes Mountains. With one of the widest diurnal temperature variations in the world, summers can hit as high as 104ºF and nights cooling off to 50ºF. The climate relies on the pollution-free water from the melted glaciers in the Andes in order to naturally irrigate each vineyard.
On the eastern side of the Andes Mountains lies Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza's historic and most prestigious wine-growing region. Situated at an elevation of approximately 3,500 feet, its high-altitude vineyards benefit from warm, sunny days, cool mountain nights, and pure snowmelt from the Andes, creating ideal conditions for growing world-class wine grapes. The region is internationally renowned for producing rich, expressive red wines with concentrated fruit, refined tannins, and remarkable balance. Here, Don Rodolfo crafts its Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tannat, Brut, and Brut Rosé—wines that showcase the elegance, structure, and vibrant character that have made Mendoza one of the world's premier wine regions.
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On the western side of the Andes Mountains, Chile's Curicó and Itata Valleys are known for producing wines of vibrant aromatics and refreshing acidity. Influenced by cool Pacific breezes and a long growing season, these regions yield expressive wines bursting with freshness, flavor, and character.
