Eastern Mendoza is the most productive area in the province at a Southern Latitude of 33 degrees. 2,189 degree days in the Winkler Scale.
Altitude: 640m to 720m
Soils: Alluvial, loamy-sandy, sand-silty. In some places there are soils that are deep and have a sandy-clayish texture. Perfect for irrigation.
Grape varieties: All types but he best adapted are Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo, Malbec, Merlot, Barbera and Bonarda amongst the reds. Amongst the whites are Chenin, Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Ugni Blanc. Quality and characteristics differ greatly.
Important Wineries: La Esmeralda, Orfila, Jesus Fantelli, Santa Rosa, Santa Sara,
Familia Zuccardi and Tittarelli.