Located in southwest Mendoza, along the beautiful Tunuyan River, the Uco Valley is renowned for its world-class Argentinian wine. Fringed by the magnificent Andean Mountain Range, this viticultural area is popular among tourists following the renowned Argentina Wine Route. The valley is considered one of the top wine regions in Argentina. The main reason visitors frequent this spectacular valley is to soak up the surrounding natural beauty and to sample an array of delicious wines in the foothills of the Andes. Popular varieties produced in Uco Valley include: Semillon, Malbec, Bonarda, Barbera as well as Merlot and Pinot Noir. Visitors can spend leisurely days with a glass of wine in hand, soaking up the incredibly breathtaking views.