Bodega Piattelli is the newest and most modern winery in Cafayate, opened in 2013 on Camino al Divisadero (continuation of Paraje street), 3 kilometers north of the central plaza in an elevated location offering the best panoramic view of any winery in the Calchaquí Valleys. Although young in years, it has consolidated as a must-visit on any Calchaquí itinerary for three reasons: (1) its gravity-flow architecture, built on 4 levels that take advantage of the terrain\'s natural slope to move must and wine between stages using only gravity instead of mechanical pumps — preserving grape integrity, gently extracting tannins and reducing oxidation; (2) its restaurant is the #1 ranked in Cafayate on TripAdvisor (4.7/5 score with over 1,500 reviews, considered one of the best in Northwest Argentina), with contemporary regional cuisine combining Patagonian lamb, llama, quinoa, Andean potatoes and on-site organic garden produce in à la carte or 5-course tasting menu with pairing (USD 35-110 per person); and (3) the Piattelli Wine Resort, premium boutique hotel with 12 rooms across pavilions along the vineyards, infinity pool with Andes view, vinotherapy spa, and categories from standard room 35 m² (USD 220-340/night) to suite with jacuzzi 60 m² (USD 380-540/night). The winery is owned by the Piattelli family (Italian-American origin), which also operates Piattelli Vineyards in Mendoza since 2003. Visit options: Tour + tasting (1.5 hr, USD 25-40), Wine & Cheese Picnic (2 hr, USD 55-85), and Tour + restaurant lunch (3 hr, USD 75-110). Always reserve online at piattellivineyards.com 1-2 weeks ahead, especially for the restaurant which fills up on weekends. Wine lines: Reserve (USD 18-35), Trinita (signature blend, USD 45-70), Grand Reserve (USD 50-85), Premium Wines single vineyard (USD 70-120), and Asado Malbec. Torrontés Reserve highlighted with 90+ scores in Wine Spectator. Annual production ~500,000 bottles. Exports primarily to the United States. Access from Cafayate plaza: 3 km north on Camino al Divisadero, by remis (USD 6-10), taxi (USD 8-12), rental bike (USD 8-15/day) or walking uphill (30 min). Gravel road in good condition. Free on-site parking. Best season: February-May (post-harvest, golden vineyards) and September-November (spring). Combinable with Bodega El Esteco (south of town) and downtown wineries like Domingo Hermanos, Nanni and Vasija Secreta for a complete day-of-wineries itinerary.
Getting there — distances & times
| From | Distance | Flight | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafayate town | 3 km | — | 8 min |
| Bodega El Esteco | 5 km | — | 12 min |
| Salta city | 195 km | — | 3 hrs |
| Tucumán | 380 km | — | 6 hrs |
| Cachi (via RP 40) | 160 km | — | 3-4 hrs (gravel) |
| Buenos Aires (flight to SLA) | 1500 km | 2h 20 + 3h drive | — |
Typical prices by category
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Winery tour + 4-wine tasting (1.5 hr) | USD 25-40 |
| Wine & Cheese Picnic terrace (2 hr) | USD 55-85 |
| Tour + restaurant lunch (3 hr) | USD 75-110 |
| À la carte lunch (per pers.) | USD 35-65 |
| 5-course tasting menu + pairing | USD 75-110 |
| Wine Resort standard room | USD 220-340/night |
| Wine Resort suite + jacuzzi | USD 380-540/night |
| Vinotherapy spa (60 min) | USD 90-140 |
| Bottle Reserve (Malbec, Cab) | USD 18-35 |
| Bottle Trinita (icon blend) | USD 45-70 |
| Bottle Grand Reserve | USD 50-85 |
| Bottle Premium single vineyard | USD 70-120 |
2026 prices in USD (approximate). Reserve online at piattellivineyards.com.
The 3 Available Experiences
Winery Tour + Tasting (1.5 hr)
The standard visit. Guided tour through the 4-level gravity-flow winery with detailed explanation of the gravity-flow process (no pumps, all by gravity). You walk through: level 1 grape reception, level 2 destemming and selection, level 3 fermentation, level 4 barrel cellar. Final tasting of 4 selected wines (Reserve Torrontés, Reserve Malbec, Reserve Cabernet, Trinita blend). USD 25-40 per person. Departures every hour 10 AM-5 PM.
Wine & Cheese Picnic (2 hr)
Premium tasting on the panoramic terrace with 360° views of vineyards and cliffs. Includes 5 premium wines (Reserve, Trinita, Grand Reserve, Premium single vineyard, late-harvest Torrontés) + gourmet picada with Cafayate goat cheeses, artisanal cured meats, olives, regional breads. Sommelier-led. USD 55-85. Best between 4-7 PM for golden sunset light. 24-hour reservation.
Tour + Lunch at Restaurant (3 hr)
The complete experience. Winery tour (1.5 hr) + 3-course lunch at Cafayate\'s #1 restaurant, paired with Piattelli wines. Contemporary regional cuisine with Patagonian lamb, braised llama, quinoa, on-site organic garden produce. Panoramic view from your table. USD 75-110 per person. Reserve 1-2 weeks ahead (restaurant fills up on weekends).
Book your Piattelli visit
Tour Piattelli + Lunch
Complete tour of the gravity-flow winery + 3-course lunch at Cafayate's #1 restaurant (TripAdvisor 4.7) with pairing. 3 hours.
Piattelli Wine Resort (hotel)
Piattelli's boutique hotel, 12 rooms with vineyard views, infinity pool, vinotherapy spa. A premium alternative to Patios de Cafayate.
3-winery Cafayate tour (Piattelli + 2)
Tour through Piattelli + El Esteco + Domingo Hermanos with transfer and lunch. Full day from Cafayate. Tasting at each winery.
Piattelli Restaurant — #1 in Cafayate
Piattelli\'s restaurant is the #1 ranked in Cafayate on TripAdvisor (4.7/5 score with 1,500+ reviews), considered one of the best in Northwest Argentina. Contemporary regional cuisine emphasizing local products:
- Starters: Cafayate cheeses with cayote sweets, fresh salteña empanadas, llama tartare, quinoa soup.
- Mains: oven-roasted Patagonian lamb, braised llama with Andean vegetables, beef tenderloin in Malbec reduction, Calchaquí valley trout grilled.
- Desserts: Torrontés ice cream with figs, chocolate-chili mousse, cayote sweet with cheese.
- Pairing: each dish suggested with Piattelli wine.
Lunch and dinner, continuous service in high season. 360° panoramic view from every table. Reservation essential. Smart-casual dress code.
Combine Piattelli with Other Visits
- Bodega El Esteco — south of town, 5 km from Piattelli.
- Bodega Colomé — Argentina\'s oldest winery, 157 km north.
- Other Cafayate wineries — Domingo Hermanos, Nanni, Vasija Secreta, Amalaya, Finca Las Nubes.
- Quebrada de las Conchas — multicolor rock formations on RP 68.
- Cachi and Calchaquí Valleys (157 km north via gravel RP 40).
