Seven Argentine wineries have earned a place among the World’s 50 Best Vineyards in the 2025 ranking, a remarkable achievement that highlights the depth and brilliance of Argentina’s wine and enotourism culture.

It is also a reflection of the skill, heritage and hospitality that shape each winery’s experience. It strengthens Argentina’s reputation as an essential destination for travellers, collectors and wine enthusiasts who seek authenticity and excellence. More than 500 global experts participated in the selection process for the World’s 50 Best Vineyards, including sommeliers, travel journalists, industry professionals and luxury tourism advisors. Their evaluations consider wine quality along with architecture, landscape, gastronomy, cultural programming and overall visitor experience. Thursday Food explores these seven wineries along with some noteworthy vintages.

Argentina’s seven distinguished wineries for 2025, all of whom appear in the Top 50 are: Durigutti Family Winemakers (Rank #11), Bodegas Salentein (Rank #12), El Enemigo Wines (Rank #17), Riccitelli Wine Company (Rank #29), Bodega Colomé (Rank #30), Kaiken Wines (Rank #36) and Viña Cobos (Rank #49). Six of these wineries are located in Mendoza, a province globally known for its high-altitude terroir, intense sunlight and pure Andean water. The remaining winery, historic Colomé, represents the majesty of Salta and the Calchaquí Valleys. Durigutti Family Winemakers, based in Las Compuertas, receives praise for its integrated approach that unites vineyard, cellar, gastronomy and landscape. Finca Victoria, the heart of their project, honours both heritage and innovation.

Bodegas Salentein, located in the Uco Valley, offers a complete cultural encounter. Visitors enjoy its striking architecture, renowned art gallery, classical music programme and fine dining concepts that celebrate the produce of the region. El Enemigo Wines rises with bold character and academic precision. The winery reflects the philosophy of its lead winemaker, who brings a vibrant mix of historical knowledge and audacious creative energy to each vintage. Riccitelli Wine Company shines through craftsmanship and meticulous small-lot vinification. Each wine reflects clarity of fruit, tension on the palate and a modern expression of Mendoza’s diverse micro-terroirs.

Bodega Colomé, one of the world’s highest vineyards, sits at more than 2,300 metres above sea level. Here, altitude creates wines of luminous acidity, aromatic lift and mineral precision. The estate blends ancestral viticulture with contemporary art and community heritage. Kaiken Wines delivers an Andean sensibility through fire-driven cuisine and hospitality shaped around nature and open-air traditions. Its reds convey depth and spice with smooth texture and generous finish.

Viña Cobos, founded by Paul Hobbs, reflects modernity and technical mastery. The wines present purity, elegant structure and a refined architectural aesthetic. A journey into the Uco Valley at sunrise unveils a landscape bathing in the first rays of light illuminating the mountain peaks, the crisp air flowing gently through the vines. At Salentein, the first taste of a high-altitude Malbec reveals layers of blackberry, blue flowers and subtle mountain herbs. The tannins feel polished and silky while the finish lingers with quiet intensity.

At Durigutti’s Finca Victoria, time slows. The on-site restaurant, Five Soils, creates dishes that honour the land: Cured meats, native potatoes and garden-grown vegetables. Each plate pairs seamlessly with a red that offers velvet texture, balanced acidity and a long expressive finish. A visit to Colomé feels transformative. The altitude sharpens aromas of green apple, jasmine and fresh mountain thyme. The wines glide with clarity across the palate, offering a mineral core and bright persistence.

Evenings at Kaiken gather visitors around fire pits and open grills. The cuisine showcases lamb, vegetables and empanadas cooked over embers. The wines match the scene with bold fruit, warm spice and a textured mouthfeel that settles into a generous finish. For collectors, Argentina’s top-ranked wineries offer strong investment value. Durigutti, Riccitelli and Viña Cobos craft wines that age with finesse, deepening in complexity and elegance over time. Each bottle reflects a sense of place, artistry and long-term potential.

Luxury travellers seeking remarkable sensory journeys will find Argentina’s seven top-ranked wineries ideal destinations. Exclusive visits, private tastings, vineyard walks at sunset and vineyard-to-table dining experiences can all be arranged through Anetza Concierge, Thursday Food’s go-to travel experts in South America.

Wine collectors may consider reserving allocations from these acclaimed properties since each offers distinct terroir signatures and rising global prestige. Argentina invites every traveler to savour its landscapes, its craftsmanship and its wines. The experience begins with a single glass and reaches its full meaning within the vineyards themselves.

Salud!

Las Compuertas Bodegón is a new gastronomic offering to enjoy outdoors in the evenings at Finca Victoria. (Photo: Durigutti Family Winemakers)

Nestled in a corner of the Calchaquí Valleys, Estancia Colomé is one of Argentina’s most incredible places and home to the country’s oldest operating winery. (Photo: Bodega Colomé)

Kaiken Espumantes Brut Rosé is made the traditional way using 90 per cent Pinot Noir and 10 per cent Chardonnay from Gualtallary, Uco Valley. (Photo: Kaiken Wines)

Felino Chardonnay by Viña Cobos is a 100 per cent varietal made with carefully selected grapes from the regions of Luján de Cuyo and Valle de Uco. (Photo: Viña Cobos)

Corte de Blancas by Bodega Salentein is a white blend comprising of 62 per cent Chardonnay, 28 per cent Gewürztraminer and 10 per cent Sauvignon Blanc. (Photo: Bodega Salentein)

Inframundo Naranjo Semillón is an organic, natural wine with the imprint given by fermentation with skins in a bright and expressive Semillón.(Photo: Durigutti Family Winemakers)

Riccitelli Vintage made by Riccitelli Wines is a 100 per cent Malbec that has an 18 per cent alcoholic volume. (Photo: Riccitelli Wine Company)

Altura Máxima Pinot Noir by Bodega Colomé is made from 100 per cent Pinot Noir grapes grown at Finca Altura Máxima, Salta 3,000 metres above sea level. (Photo: Bodega Colomé)

El Enemigo Chenin is a 100 per cent varietal by El Enemigo Wines, ranked #17 in the world. 9(Photo: El Enemigo Wines)