Making wine on the edge of the world is no simple accomplishment, but Patagonian winemakers are doing exactly that. Although the area only represents a tiny portion of Argentina’s vineyards, its caliber does not go unnoticed. At the southern extremity is the province of Chubut, home to one of the vineyards outermost south of the equator.
Although the environment is extreme with heavy winds, frost, and vigorous temperature levels, the region likewise receives plenty of sunlight. According to a 2021 report by Wines of Argentina, about half of the production is red, with pinot noir as the most represented grape, followed by malbec and red wine. Meanwhile, high-acid fruity whites from chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, torrontés, and gewurztraminer comprise just over a third of wines. Otronia produces impressive pinot noir white wines at high altitudes.