San Rafael
Nestled in the southern heart of Mendoza Province is San Rafael, a city often described as one that suits all needs, and one that boasts the most breathtaking views in all of Mendoza. San Rafael's sprawling ranches, vineyard estates and spacious rural countryside give cause for many to consider it a preferable alternative to Mendoza City's more urban feel and greater population of nearly 1 million residents. San Rafael rests in scenic wine country, and with about 170,000 inhabitants it is the province's second largest city. It is a safe city with little to no crime and a distinct European feel, and it sees over 300 days of annual sunshine. At over 100 years old, the quaint city is experiencing a full upswing of economic, cultural, and demographic expansion and offers its visitors the celebrated distinction of its sidewalk cafés, tree-lined roads, green spaces, vineyards and wineries, museums, and neighboring resorts and lodges. San Rafael also accommodates a branch of one of Argentina's leading universities.With the Sierra Pintada and Andes Mountains as its backdrop, the city lies comfortably between the Rio Atuel and Rio Diamante, two of Argentina's most exciting natural attractions. These two rivers host a myriad of popular tourist activities including white water rafting, canoeing, camping, horseback riding, hiking, rock climbing, recreational fishing and more. Valle Grande, Argentina's miniature answer to The Grand Canyon, is conveniently located just 20 miles away. And one of South America's greatest ski resorts, Las Leñas, is also nearby and offers winter sport activities and ski runs with over 25 mile extensions.
San Rafael is also home to our premiere boutique winery, and wine & golf estate homesite development, Algodon Wine Estates. Just a ten minute drive from a major airport, Algodon Wine Estates has found the perfect home in the unspoiled beauty of San Rafael's charmingly rustic surroundings.