Set against the snow-capped Andes, Mendoza moves at a wonderfully leisurely pace. Days here are often built around long vineyard lunches, generous glasses of Malbec and late dinners that drift well into the evening. Beyond the wineries, the landscape quickly turns dramatic with mountain roads, dusty plains and hiking trails leading towards Aconcagua. Though wine is undeniably the main attraction, there is something deeply appealing about the city itself too. Wide boulevards, leafy plazas and outdoor cafés give Mendoza an ease that is difficult not to fall for.

