Catamarca
| Vineyard Altitude: 3300 to 7200 feet above sea level |
| Average annual temperature: 65F |
| Average rainfall: 17 inches/year |
| Total vineyard area: 6,274.49 acres |
| Main Regions: Tinogasta, Santa Maria and Belén. Irrigated by the Abaucan River. |
| Main Varieties: Torrontés, Syrah, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon |
The winemaking area of Catamarca is located to the west of the province. The district of Tinogasta concentrates 70% of the area destined to grape production both for winemaking and fresh consumption. Most of the wineries in the province are located in this district, as well.
Other grape-growing districts include Belén, Fiambalá and Santa María.
Among the region's most typical varieties are Torrontés Riojano and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Map of the region
