Wine entrepreneur Susana Balbo's Winemaker's House & Spa Suites has ascended into the prestigious Relais & Château association.
**Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites: A Unique Wine Country Experience in Mendoza, Argentina**
Nestled in the heart of Argentina's premier wine region, the Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites offers a luxurious and immersive escape for wine enthusiasts and wellness seekers alike. This boutique hotel, a member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux Association, is the brainchild of Susana Balbo, Argentina's first female winemaker, and her daughter Ana.
Located in a historic house in a picturesque village just outside Mendoza, the property boasts seven exclusive spa suites spread across expansive gardens. Each suite is tastefully designed using natural, neutral-toned materials such as stone and wood, opening onto a private garden for tranquility and privacy.
The suites come equipped with luxurious wellness features including soaking tubs, sensory showers, saunas, and massage tables. Guests are invited to indulge in holistic relaxation and spa treatments within a serene environment that blends natural materials and the quietness of the gardens.
The property showcases an extensive art collection, featuring photography of Argentinian landscapes as well as works by local artists. This emphasizes the region’s cultural richness and creates an immersive aesthetic experience for guests.
Susana Balbo's estate provides guests a direct connection to the region’s world-renowned wine heritage. Visitors can participate in guided tastings, an introduction to wine production, and educational experiences about Mendoza’s winemaking tradition.
The intimate on-site restaurant, La Vida, helmed by Chef Flavia Amad, offers innovative interpretations of regional traditional recipes paired expertly with Susana Balbo wines. The pairing of wine and food enhances the sensory journey characteristic of this wine country destination. La Vida is MICHELIN recommended, adding another layer of culinary excellence to the estate.
Guests can explore Mendoza's cultural heritage through curated soft adventures inspired by the four elements: earth, water, fire, and air. The tours are curated by the Balbo family of Mendoza's finest wineries.
The Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites promises a distinctive combination of luxury spa wellness, immersive wine education, intimate gastronomy, historic charm, and artistic ambiance. With a limited number of only seven suites, guests enjoy a highly personalized stay, blending the warmth of family management and a commitment to authentic, soulful hospitality anchored in the Mendoza terroir.
[1] The Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites offers a range of unique features and experiences centered around wine, wellness, and art. [2] The property is located in Mendoza, Argentina, and is a member of Relais & Châteaux. [3] Susana Balbo, a pioneering female winemaker, created the estate in 2022 with her daughter Ana. [4] The estate features an Experience Curator for guided tours and cultural immersion.
- Beyond wine and wellness, Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites offers a fusion of lifestyle, celebrating local art and cuisine, creating a holistic immersion into Mendoza's cultural heritage.
- For those fascinated by fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, home-and-garden, and travel, the Susana Balbo Winemaker's House & Spa Suites presents an exceptional opportunity for a global exploration, all within the heart of Argentina's wine region.
