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The Agrelo winery that set the standard for the paired tasting-menu lunch facing the Andes.
Ruca Malen opened in Agrelo in 1998, and its restaurant was among the first to establish the paired tasting-menu lunch as a genre of its own among Mendoza’s wineries. It still appears today in the rankings of South America’s best winery tables.
The formula endures: a tour, a tasting and a multi-course menu with the house wines and the Andes as a backdrop. A sure classic for your first day in Luján.
Before your visit
Visiting Ruca Malen
What can you do at Ruca Malen?
At Ruca Malen you can enjoy a private visit with a guided tasting of its wines, and —depending on the winery— a paired lunch among the vineyards. We design the experience that best fits your trip.
Where is Ruca Malen?
Ruca Malen is in Luján de Cuyo, one of Mendoza's wine regions. We handle the private transfers so you arrive without thinking about the logistics.
Do I need a reservation to visit Ruca Malen?
Yes. Visits are by prior reservation and, generally, in private or small groups. We coordinate the booking for you —including dates and tables that aren't always listed online.
How do I arrange a visit to Ruca Malen?
Message us on WhatsApp or tell us what you're looking for in the bespoke design: we'll arrange your visit to Ruca Malen and, if you wish, the entire trip around it.
Interested in Ruca Malen?
Message us and we'll arrange your private visit, or add it to a trip designed around you.