Department surrounding Montevideo; maritime-influenced plateau climate with Atlantic breezes. Clay and sandy loam soils. Tannat is Uruguay's signature grape (brought by Basque immigrants in the 1870s) — producing here wines of deep colour and tannin that are less austere than Madiran, the French original. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir also produced. 70% of Uruguay's wine comes from Canelones.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | Good Atlantic growing season; Bouza Tannat achieved excellent ripeness; maritime conditions provided natural freshness |
| 2021 | — | Outstanding Canelones vintage; Tannat Monte Vide Eu from 2021 receiving high international critical praise |
| 2020 | — | Good conditions; Tannat from clay-loam maritime soils showing softened tannin characteristic of Uruguay's style |
| 2019 | — | Classic Uruguay vintage; Bouza range showing full potential; Albariño particularly impressive from maritime climate |
| 2018 | — | Variable conditions; Atlantic rainfall benefited Canelones; Tannat ripened well with good colour and structure |
| 2017 | — | Good growing season; Tannat showed characteristic softness; Bouza Tannat Reserve from this year praised internationally |
| 2016 | — | Benchmark Uruguay vintage; Canelones Tannat wines received Decanter recognition; new era for Uruguayan premium wine |