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      Uruguay wine tasting and bodega tours

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      vineyard view at sunset across finca narbona
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      Uruguay wine tasting and bodega tours

      An unforgettable air safari through Uruguay’s renowned vineyards, featuring private tastings, and unparalleled access to the country’s most celebrated winemakers.
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      Uruguay wine tasting and bodega tours

      Reaching deep into its black book, Explorations Company has curated a very special air safari linking the country’s most pioneering wine producers.

      Uruguay may be small, but its wines, many produced by fanatical small-scale producers, punch way above their weight and are revered by the world’s most demanding palates.

      A Uruguay wine-tasting tour by air

      Over the course of a week, fly from bodega to bodega in a Cessna Grand Caravan across the country. Stay at a mixture of private wine estancias and gorgeous wine lodges, each offering a personalised experience of Uruguay’s viticultural heritage. Enjoy lunches and dinners with owners and growers, hear their stories, learn about Uruguay’s unique terroirs, and of course savour their magnificent wines, accompanied by delicious food.

      Highlights of your luxury Uruguay wine tasting holiday

      vineyards and pickers at bodega garzon

      (© Bodega Garzón)

      finca narbona villa in uruguay

      (© Finca Narbona)

      finca narbona couple dining

      (© Finca Narbona)

      bodega garzon wine cellars

      (© Bodega Garzón)

      culinary masterclass at el garzon

      © (El Garzón)

      "Enjoy lunches and dinners with owners and growers, hear their stories, learn about Uruguay’s unique terroirs, and savour their magnificent wines, accompanied by delicious food."

      A culinary experience in Montevideo

      Your journey begins in the eclectic capital, Montevideo, where you’ll enjoy dinner at the home of legendary winemaker Manuel Filgueira, whose bodega Los Nadies produces the most extraordinary tannats. 

      The south-west: Bodega Cordan and Finca Narbona

      Then, in Colonia, you’ll enjoy a tasting and lunch at Bodega Cordano before repairing to the fabulous Finca Narbona for a hosted dinner and the night.

      Uruguay’s far-north: gaucho lifestyle and rare wines

      Fly on to the red soils and tabletop hills of Uruguay’s far north to join the Carrau family at ground-breaking Bodega Cerro Chapeu for more delicious wine and a chance to experience the authentic gaucho lifestyle. The unique terroir of the north offers a distinct flavour profile to Uruguay’s wines, with an opportunity to sample rare and exclusive blends.

      Private winery visits and culinary masterclasses in the Southeast

      Finally, in Uruguay’s southeast, spend two nights each in Garzon and Jose Ignacio, where you can pay exclusive private visits to the Garzon and Altos de la Ballena wineries, join Francis Mallmann’s team for a culinary masterclass, and sample some of the wonderful olive oils being made here.

      aerial view of the vinyards of uruguay at bodega garzon

      View the vineyards from the air on your privately chartered Cessna Grand Caravan (© Bodega Garzón)

      Best time to take a wine-tasting holiday to Uruguay

      The best time to embark on this journey is from December to April, which is Uruguay’s summer and early autumn. This period not only offers fantastic weather for outdoor activities but also coincides with harvest season, giving you an authentic behind-the-scenes experience of the winemaking process. It’s the ideal time for exploring Uruguay’s vineyards, indulging in wine tastings, and experiencing the rich culture and landscapes of the region.

      Whether a seasoned connoisseur or an avid traveller, this exclusive air safari offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in Uruguay’s wine heritage, savour exceptional vintages, and engage with the country’s most esteemed winemakers.

      Ready to take the road less travelled?

      Contact our Uruguay specialists to plan your next unforgettable journey.
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