Caelum Winery, Agrelo: Family Tastings & How to Visit

Caelum Winery is a family-run winery in Mendoza with a unique story that began long before wine was even part of the plan.

A true family winery in Mendoza

I met them long before they were making wine. Back then, they were pistachio growers.

About twenty years ago—maybe even more—the mother of the family was planting and cultivating pistachios in Luján, at a time when almost no one else was doing it. That’s where it all started. Later on, I met her kids, Hernán and Coty Pimentel. They’re a family from Buenos Aires who came to Mendoza looking for a different way of life, with the idea of settling here to grow pistachios and, eventually, grapes.

They began with pistachios, but little by little they started dreaming about wine. So they planted vineyards, including grape varieties that were not common in Mendoza at the time. In many ways, they were pioneers.

One of the things I love most about Caelum is that it’s a true family business. Everyone is involved, everyone cares, and everyone is present. If you visit the winery, you’ll most likely meet them—or at least one of them—which is something that really matters to us.

Why visit Caelum Winery?

A few years ago, they brought in an Italian winemaker, and that changed things in a very interesting way.

Mendoza is known for wines with great ripeness: lots of sun, lots of sugar, good alcohol levels—but often lower acidity. The longer and sunnier the summer, the more sugar you get, and acidity naturally drops. That’s actually why in Argentina it’s allowed to correct acidity, while in places like France it’s often the opposite.

This Italian winemaker had a very clear idea: harvest much earlier. Really early. In fact, Caelum was probably the first winery in the entire province to finish harvest. By doing that, they kept a much higher natural acidity in the wines, giving them a more European style and much better aging potential. Acidity is what holds a wine together and allows it to age well in the bottle.

That’s why I love Caelum Winery. They are unique. They have their own style, their own identity, and a real family behind the wines. And in the end, that’s what truly makes wine what it is.

Visiting Caelum Winery with a Private Wine Tour in Mendoza

If you are interested in visiting Caelum Winery, the best way to experience it is through a private wine tour designed around your preferences.Our private wine tours in Mendoza allow you to explore boutique wineries like Caelum, meet the people behind the wines, and enjoy a fully personalized experience — from vineyard walks to guided tastings and winery lunches.

Planning your visit? We include Caelum Winery on our private wine tours in Mendoza — tell us your dates and we build the day around what is happening in the cellar that week. Ask Peter for a proposal.

How to Visit Caelum

• Where it is: Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo — Mendoza.
• Getting there: about 30 to 45 minutes by car from Mendoza city, which makes it an easy half-day option. Since you will be tasting, a driver or guided tour is the sensible choice.
• Visits: a family winery where the family itself often hosts the visit. Tastings are by appointment and groups stay small.
• Best time of year: harvest runs from late February through April and is the most vivid moment in the vineyard; September to December gives you green vines, snow still on the Andes and easier availability.
• Peter’s note: we pick it for small groups who want a real conversation with the people making the wine, not a rehearsed script.
• Pairs well with: a second Agrelo or Perdriel winery in the same half day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation to visit Caelum?

Yes. It is a small family winery, so tastings are arranged in advance and groups are kept small.

How far is Caelum from Mendoza city?

It is in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, about 30 to 45 minutes by car.

Who hosts the visit at Caelum?

Often the family behind the winery, which is the main reason we choose it for guests who want a real conversation instead of a script.

Is Caelum suitable for a half-day trip?

Yes. Being in Agrelo it fits comfortably into a half day, on its own or with one more Luján de Cuyo winery.

Planning the whole day? Start from our guide to wine tours in Mendoza, see the wineries we visit most often, or send us your dates and we reply with a private itinerary.