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Maldonado wine region

Coastline and skyline of Punta del Este in Maldonado, Uruguay

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Uruguay · South America

Cool, coastal wines.

A mild Atlantic climate, with Tannat as the national grape.

CountryUruguay
Key grapesTannat, Albariño, Pinot Noir

Notable producers in Maldonado

Maldonado wines to try

White · Uruguay

Bodega Garzón Albariño Reserva

Maldonado · Garzón · Albariño

Atlantic-fresh: peach, citrus, white flowers and a saline finish.

Food: Grilled prawns, octopus, fish tacos

Red · Uruguay · Diego's Selection

Bodega Garzón Reserve Tannat

Maldonado · Tannat

Coastal Uruguayan Tannat: dark fruit and firm tannins.

Food: Steak, lamb

More wine regions in Uruguay

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