Maipu Wine Bike Experience: A Day Among Vineyards, Wineries and Wine
Maipu Wineries by Bike: A Day of Wine and Local Flavors
Some days in Mendoza begin with a bicycle and end with a glass of Malbec. Exploring Maipu wineries by bike combines vineyard scenery, wine tastings and local food on a self-guided route. Along the way, you also experience Maipú’s real urban streets and wine-growing landscapes.
That is Maipu Wine Bike Experience: a full-day, self-guided way to discover Maipu wineries by bike, sample local wines and enjoy the landscape and gastronomy at your own pace.
First, the experience begins at Maipu Bikes, where we provide a basic MTB bike with 26-inch wheels, helmet, maps and all the information you need. At the end of the day, you return to the same location.
Meanwhile, Maipu Bikes arranges and coordinates all included visits, tastings and lunch. You ride independently between stops; however, you do not need to book those activities yourself.
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Maipu Wineries by Bike: Starting Your Day at Maipu Bikes
Before you set off, we make sure your bike is ready and explain how the route works. In addition, we recommend the wineries, places to eat and other stops you will find throughout the day.
During the ride, you have access to mechanical assistance. If a problem arises, you can contact Maipu Bikes for support along the route. As a result, you can explore independently while knowing where to ask for help.
This is not a guided cycling tour, so you do not have to follow a group. Instead, you explore the Maipu Wine Route independently and enjoy each stop at your own pace.
Maipu Wineries by Bike: Your Route
The approximately 12–16 km itinerary is mostly flat and follows a defined route through Maipú. To enjoy all the included stops, we recommend starting between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Please return your bicycle to Maipu Bikes before 6:00 PM.
Route & Traffic
In practice, the route crosses the city of Maipú and its wine-growing area, where wineries, vineyards, neighborhoods and urban activity coexist. This is not a traffic-free countryside ride entirely through vineyards. For much of the journey, bike lanes run alongside roads carrying cars, motorcycles, buses and trucks. Moreover, some winery access roads have no dedicated bike lane and are shared with vehicles. There are also open irrigation ditches and uneven road surfaces. Therefore, good bicycle handling, attention to road conditions and confidence riding near traffic are essential.
What Is Included When Exploring Maipu Wineries by Bike?
First, compare the included stops at a glance. Then, explore each winery and tasting experience in more detail below.
| Stop | Type of visit | Wine tasting or food | Other benefits |
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| Trapiche | Access to the winery exterior, vineyard and Gift Shop | Non-guided tasting: 1 glass of Lateral (75 ml) and 1 glass of Gran Medalla (75 ml) | — |
| Viña El Cerno | Guided winery visit | Tasting of 3 varietal wines | — |
| Mevi | Gastronomic stop at a boutique winery | 4-course lunch paired with wines | Gluten-free and vegan menu alternatives |
| Entre Olivos | Regional products tasting | Olive oil, jams and liqueurs, plus 1 glass of wine | — |
On a phone, swipe sideways to see the complete table. The sections below explain each stop in more detail.
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First Stop: Trapiche
First, your Maipu wineries by bike day takes you to Trapiche, one of Mendoza’s great historic wineries. Founded in 1883, it combines tradition, architecture, innovation and a wide range of wines. In addition, it has international recognition and was named New World Winery of the Year 2019 by Wine Enthusiast.
Trapiche produces wines including Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Bonarda, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Torrontés.
Included at Trapiche
With Maipu Wine Bike Experience, your visit includes access to the winery exterior, vineyard and Gift Shop, plus a non-guided tasting of exactly 2 glasses in total: 1 glass of Lateral (75 ml) and 1 glass of Gran Medalla (75 ml).
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Next Stop: Viña El Cerno
Next, the atmosphere changes at Viña El Cerno, a small, family-run artisanal winery. Here, wine production is closely connected to respect for nature and personalized attention.
Viña El Cerno produces wines including Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Chardonnay and Torrontés, as well as sparkling wine.
Included at Viña El Cerno
Your stop at Viña El Cerno includes a guided visit inside the winery, followed by a tasting of 3 varietal wines.
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Mevi, Vineyards, Andes Views and a Well-Deserved Break
After Viña El Cerno, your ride continues to Mevi, one of the gastronomic highlights of this Maipu wineries by bike experience. This family-run boutique winery brings together limited-production wines, vineyard views and the Andes Mountains with local gastronomy.
Mevi produces wines including Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Bonarda, Chardonnay, Torrontés and Rosé.
4-Course Lunch at Mevi
Here, the experience includes a 4-course lunch paired with wines. In addition, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free alternatives are available according to the current menu. The vibe is relaxed and casual, biker style: you arrive by bike, in your riding clothes, and that’s exactly the point. It’s not a Michelin-star restaurant, but that doesn’t stop it from being a tasty meal, with good wine and vineyard views.
Mevi’s four-course menu at a glance
First, take a look at the four courses and their wine pairings. Then, read the complete details and dietary alternatives in the menu below.
| Course | Dish | Wine |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Welcome | Bread, olive paste and carrot mayonnaise | Varietal wine |
| 2. Starter | Two beef or vegetable empanadas | Varietal wine |
| 3. Main | Beef tenderloin or humita ravioli | Reserva wine |
| 4. Dessert | Mendocino-style vigilante | Rosé wine |
Gluten-free and vegan alternatives are detailed for each course below.
First Course: Welcome
Bread served with olive paste and carrot mayonnaise, accompanied by a glass of varietal wine.
Gluten-free option: rice crackers will be served.
Vegan option: seed crackers will be served.
Second Course: Starter
Beef or vegetable empanada duo, accompanied by a glass of varietal wine.
Gluten-free option: mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and Sardo cheese salad.
Vegan option: mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion and carrot salad.
Third Course: Main Course
Beef tenderloin with rosemary potatoes and fresh salad or humita ravioli with your choice of sauce, accompanied by a glass of Reserva wine.
Gluten-free option: beef tenderloin with rosemary potatoes and fresh salad.
Vegan option: carrot burger with rosemary potatoes and fresh salad.
Fourth Course: Dessert
Mendocino-style vigilante: quince paste and cheese with walnuts, accompanied by a glass of Rosé wine.
Gluten-free option: same dessert.
Vegan option: Mendocino-style vigilante made with quince paste, peach and plum compote, and walnuts.
* If the menu is replaced, the proportions and quality of the menu presented will be respected.
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Entre Olivos: Local Flavors Beyond Wine
Next, Entre Olivos invites you to discover another side of Mendoza’s food culture, with locally produced olive oil and regional specialties.
After lunch at Mevi, this stop adds a different tasting experience to your Maipu wineries by bike itinerary before the return journey.
Included at Entre Olivos
Here, you enjoy a tasting of olive oil, jams and liqueurs, plus 1 glass of wine. Moreover, Maipu Bikes arranges this tasting as part of your itinerary, so no separate booking is needed.
The Journey Between Maipu Wineries by Bike
Between one winery and the next, cycling also lets you discover the different landscapes of Maipú.
In fact, the route combines Maipú’s urban environment with wine-growing landscapes at the included stops. Most cycling takes place through urban areas, including bike lanes alongside streets with regular traffic. By contrast, the wineries offer vineyards, gardens and spaces to enjoy wine and food.
Together, the vineyards, wineries, mountains and everyday life in Maipú all form part of the experience. Between stops, you follow streets and bike lanes; once you arrive, you can enjoy each winery’s own setting.
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After Entre Olivos, We Head Back to Maipu Bikes
Finally, after your tasting at Entre Olivos, you begin the ride back to Maipu Bikes. Enjoy the final stretch, while staying alert to traffic and road conditions along the way.
Once back at Maipu Bikes, you return your bicycle before 6:00 PM. And at our Happy Hour, there’s one more moment to share.
And Just When You Think the Day Is Over… Happy Hour Arrives
After the ride, you finish your day at our Free Malbec Wine Happy Hour.
During Happy Hour, the Malbec is free. In addition, it offers an opportunity to share stories with fellow travelers after your day exploring the Maipú Wine Route.
Maipu Wineries by Bike: Frequently Asked Questions
Below, find practical answers about the bicycle, the 12–16 km route, winery visits, lunch and Malbec Happy Hour.
Maipu wineries by bike: the ride and getting ready
Winery visits, lunch and returning
Road safety, assistance and Happy Hour
Ready to Explore Maipu Wineries by Bike?
Picture a bicycle, city bike lanes, vineyards, great wineries, an included lunch and a whole day to discover Maipú at your own pace. That is the appeal of exploring Maipu wineries by bike.
That is Maipu Wine Bike Experience.
We prepare the bicycle, give you the route, recommendations and support you need along the way. All you have to do is cycle, discover and enjoy every stop.
When you return to Maipu Bikes, you can also enjoy a free glass of Malbec at our Happy Hour to toast your day.
Can you imagine exploring the Maipu Wine Route this way?
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