Canelones
Canelones is an Uruguayan administrative region, located just north of the capital Montevideo, which is home to most of the nation's vineyards. Located to the south, inland from the Atlantic coast, it extends westwards until it reaches the Rio de la Plata estuary. The epicenter of the wine industry revolves around the cities of Juanico and Progreso, in the southwest of the region. The main grape variety is definitely Tannat, which has a greater number of plants than anywhere else in the world. Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Merlot are also widespread among the red grape varieties, while the white grape varieties include Pinot Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. The territory is flat or has low altitudes. Given its latitude, 33-34 ° S, it has a mild climate: the summer heat peaks are softened by the cold currents coming from the Atlantic Ocean. The Canelones winemakers believe that the pedo-climatic conditions of the region significantly resemble those of the Bordeaux vineyards.