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# Cavas Wine Lodge in Mendoza, Argentina

> Cavas Wine Lodge is a Relais & Châteaux luxury estate set amid the vineyards of Mendoza, Argentina, offering Spanish colonial architecture, sweeping Andes views, and an intimate wine-country retreat for romantic travelers and wine lovers.

## Destination
Costaflores, Alto Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina — approximately one hour's drive from Mendoza's airport.

## Getting there
Rent a car at Mendoza's airport; roads in rural Argentina lack signage and GPS can be unreliable, so pre-program navigation carefully. A well-maintained gravel road (no 4x4 required) leads through the vineyards to the property gate. Allow extra time when departing for the return to the airport.

## Why visit
A uniquely romantic hideaway combining vineyard scenery, dramatic Andes vistas, regional fine dining, a Moorish-Roman spa, and on-site wine cellar tastings — all within a beautifully designed Relais & Châteaux estate.

## What to see
- **Vineyard and Andes views** — Suites are set throughout the vineyard with private terraces and pools overlooking the Andes Mountains.
- **Spanish colonial architecture** — The estate's regal entrance gate and colonial-style buildings create a breathtaking first impression.
- **Wine cellar and tasting room** — A stylish underground tasting room where guests can sample the latest vintages.
- **Lounge and art collection** — Spacious main lounge decorated with sculptures and modern paintings.

## What to do
- **Wine tasting** — Sample estate wines in the cellar tasting room, including the house Sauvignon Blanc and Bonarda Reserva.
- **Moorish-Roman spa** — Facilities include relaxing baths, massages, an outdoor patio, and an outdoor whirlpool.
- **Fine dining** — Regional cuisine with inventive dishes by Chef Martin Gerardo Gandulfo Dolz, paired with top Argentine wines.
- **Tango shows** — Theatrical staircase doubles as a stage for tango performances held at the wine cellar level.
- **Explore nearby wineries** — A rental car allows visits to surrounding Mendoza wineries and the Tupungato Winelands golf course and polo grounds.

## Good to know
The lodge has 14 suites with living rooms, walk-in closets, private pools, and rooftop terraces with fireplaces. GPS and Google Maps are not always reliable in rural Mendoza; plan navigation in advance.

## Photos

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photos:
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/hamam-Cavas-Wine-Lodge-luxury-hotel.jpg"
    caption: "Outside spa whirlpool"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/wine-cellar-showroom-Cavas-Wine-Lodge.jpg"
    caption: "Wine cellar tasting room"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/couch-hotel-room-Cavas-Wine-Lodge.jpg"
    caption: "Hotel manager Martin Rigal explains the room's features."
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/chef-Martin-Gerardo-Gandulfo-Dolz-Cavas-Wine-Lodge.jpg"
    caption: "Chef Martin Gerardo Gandulfo Dolz and his team"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/smoked-salmon-Cavas-Wine-Lodge-restaurant.jpg"
    caption: "For starters: green leaves and vegetable salad, smoked salmon, ricotta cheese"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/mimo/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Martin-Rigal-Cecilia-Chuit-Cavas-Wine-Lodge-hotel-manager.jpg"
    caption: "Hotel managers Martín Rigal and Cecilia Diaz Chuit"
```