# Pinot Noir viticulture in Argentina

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pinot-noir-viticulture-in-argentina
> Updated: 2026-08-17T17:47:46.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Pinot Noir has established itself as a significant grape variety in Argentina, particularly within the Patagonia region. In the province of Neuquén, the variety has become emblematic due to local microclimates, sunny days, and cool nights that facilitate the production of aromatic wines. This viticultural development in Neuquén began as an experimental project in San Patricio del Chañar during the late 1990s.

Nationally, Pinot Noir occupies approximately 1,920.5 hectares, making up about 1.04% of Argentina’s total wine-producing surface. While Mendoza remains the primary producer with 73.68% of the country's vineyards, Neuquén follows with 12.03%, and Río Negro contributes 5.94%. The grape is noted for its sensitivity to vineyard conditions, often referred to as “the grape of heartbreak” due to the care required for successful harvests.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Pinot Noir Day celebrates the delicate grape variety

International Pinot Noir Day celebrates the prestigious but delicate grape variety. In Argentina, production is concentrated in Mendoza and Patagonia, utilizing diverse climates to create varied wine profiles.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pinot-noir-day-celebrates-the-delicate-grape-variety

### 2026-08-07: Pinot Noir becomes the emblematic grape of Neuquén

Pinot Noir has emerged as the signature grape of Neuquén, Argentina, leveraging Patagonia's unique climate to establish the province as a prestigious viticultural region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pinot-noir-becomes-the-emblematic-grape-of-neuqun

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