Uruguayan Winemaking Heritage

OVERVIEW

Visit a family-owned that uses traditional means and equipment to produce its premium wines and sample several examples that beautifully reflect the vineyard’s terroir. You will begin with an enlightening tour of Montevideo, during which you will pause for photos of Independence Square, which celebrates Uruguay’s freedom from Spain in the early 19th century. Los Nadies winery is also historical as it honors Uruguay’s winemaking heritage, especially through its flagship varietal wine Tannat. The owner, Manuel Filgueira, will show you around the winery and explain the importance of the Tannat grape, which was brought from France to Uruguay in the 1870s. As you will discover firsthand through an inspiring tasting, the Uruguayan version tends to be more velvety than its French counterpart and is extraordinarily high in antioxidants. You will also sample other wines that perfectly pair with the three courses in your homemade lunch at Los Nadies.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy a panoramic tour of Montevideo with a photo stop at Independence Square.
• Tour Los Nadies winery with the owner for an in-depth understanding of its wines.
• Focus on the winery’s Tannat, a dry red wine made with Uruguay’s signature grape.
• Savor several other wines thoughtfully paired with the three courses of your lunch.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.