Eating & Sleeping in Cafayate

We stayed in Cafayate in the centre of the wine growing district where there is a good choice of accommodation. We chose the Vinas de Cafayate Wine Resort which is situated about 3km out of town in a quiet location overlooking the vineyards and mountains. Here, for a change, we were not woken early by cocks crowing, dogs barking, or the sound of traffic in the street outside. The setting was idyllically quiet. There is a touch of real class about this place which you are aware of immediately you step through the door. The common areas, reception, lounge and restaurant were all tastefully decorated with high ceilings and felt cool and welcoming. The same applied to the large bedroom which had a vaulted ceiling and its own private patio area where we enjoyed a complimentary glass of Torrontes wine upon arrival. We felt sufficiently impressed to dress for dinner, although not everybody was doing so and it wasn't necessary. The meal was superb. The presentation of the food was excellent and the chef obviously took delight in his cooking. As you might expect the wine list was extensive but very reasonably priced. Overall we thought this was good value for money, and a surprising gem of a find. It was the perfect retreat after a long, hot day on the road.