What is Argentina's most northerly wine region?

What is Argentina's most northerly wine region?

• A. Mendoza
• B. Salta
• C. Patagonia
• D. San Juan

Answer: (B)

Understanding where Argentina’s wine regions sit on the map helps answer this. Salta is in the Argentine Northwest, with vineyards in the Calchaquí Valley near Cafayate, at roughly 25°S. Mendoza and San Juan lie farther south in the central west (about 32°S), and Patagonia is in the far south. Since latitude measures north–south position, Salta sits the farthest north among these options. It’s also known for high-altitude Torrontés, which adds helpful context to why this region stands out beyond just location.

Understanding where Argentina’s wine regions sit on the map helps answer this. Salta is in the Argentine Northwest, with vineyards in the Calchaquí Valley near Cafayate, at roughly 25°S. Mendoza and San Juan lie farther south in the central west (about 32°S), and Patagonia is in the far south. Since latitude measures north–south position, Salta sits the farthest north among these options. It’s also known for high-altitude Torrontés, which adds helpful context to why this region stands out beyond just location.