Bodega Andeluna

Bodega Andeluna was founded in 2003 by Ward Lay, a North American investor, alongside Ricardo Reina Rutini. The winery changed hands and has been owned by the Barale family since 2011-2013. The name itself is a blend of 'ANDE,' referencing the Andes mountain range, and 'luna,' the Spanish word for moon, representing the symbiosis between the mountains and the starry skies above Gualtallary.

• Founded 2003 by Ward Lay and Ricardo Reina Rutini
• Barale family ownership established between 2011 and 2013
• Name combines 'Andes' and 'luna' (moon in Spanish)
• Operates as a family-owned winery with a strong export focus

Andeluna sits in the Gualtallary area of the Tupungato district within Valle de Uco, one of Argentina's most celebrated high-altitude wine zones. The estate vineyards span 70 hectares at 1,300 meters above sea level, benefiting from rocky soils and a high-altitude Andean climate. The extreme diurnal temperature variation at this elevation preserves natural acidity and promotes the development of complex aromas in the fruit.

• Gualtallary sub-zone of Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Mendoza
• Vineyards at 1,300 meters above sea level on rocky soils
• High-altitude Andean climate with significant diurnal temperature variation
• Views of Tupungato Volcano and Cordón del Plata from the winery

Andeluna grows a diverse portfolio of varietals across its 70 estate hectares, with Malbec at the core alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Torrontés. The winery's philosophy centers on minimal intervention and terroir expression, producing wines across multiple tiers including 1300, Altitud, Raíces, Pasiónado, Ladera, Elevado, and an Organic Malbec line.

• Malbec is the flagship variety, supported by international red and white grapes
• Torrontés adds an Argentine-native white variety to the portfolio
• Seven distinct wine lines span entry-level to premium tier
• Minimal intervention philosophy guides production at all levels

The Andeluna facility covers 48,000 square feet and features Italian-influenced architecture with direct views of Tupungato Volcano and the Cordón del Plata. Visitors can access guided tours, wine tastings, gourmet dining, and cooking classes on site. For the winery's 20th anniversary, Andeluna opened the Andeluna Winery Lodge, offering luxury accommodations within the estate.

• 48,000 square foot state-of-the-art winery with restaurant and tasting room
• Italian-influenced architecture with Andean mountain views
• Andeluna Winery Lodge opened for the 20th anniversary
• Guided tours, gourmet dining, and cooking classes available