Aconcagua Valley
- Our favorite valley!
The
Aconcagua Valley, located about an hour’s drive north of
Santiago, is known for Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and one of the
best locations for Chile's emblematic grape Carmenere.
On a clear day you can see the stunning peak of Aconcagua which
gives the valley its name. At nearly 23,000 feet it is the highest
peak in the western hemisphere. Wineries which we may visit include
Errazuriz, Von Siebenthal or San Esteban.
Aside
from one of the best day tours from Santiago, check out the options
to stay in the guest house at Von
Siebenthal Winery or our Winemaker's
Harvest program with one of Chile's top winemakers.
Casablanca
Valley
December 2006 Chile White
Wine Article
(with mention of Santiago Adventures)
West
of Santiago, on the road to Valparaíso, is the Casablanca
Valley. A cool coastal climate makes this wine-growing region
ideal for white varietals, and accordingly the Casablanca Valley
is known for its premium Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc wines.
Wine production began in this region in the 1980s, and as a result
the wine facilities here have a very modern feel. Wineries we
visit include Casa del Bosque, Catrala, Kingston, Veramonte, Vina
Organico Emiliana. For lunch, there are several options including
wine pairing at House of Morandé or lunch at Casas del
Bosque. We typically combine Casablanca Valley with a a visit
to the San Antonio Valley or other coastal
destinations such as Valparaiso or Quintay a small fishing village
on the coast where you can try Chile's delicious seafoods. For
the more active we even have a bike
and wine tours in Casablanca Valley.
Cachapoal
Valley
Cachapoal
Valley is one hour south of Santiago and lies between the Andes
and the Coastal Range. Producing primarily red varietals, the
valley is quickly earning an international reputation for premium
Cabernets and Merlots. Winery visits include Altair, Anakena,
Chateau Los Boldos, Gracia and Vik Millahue.
We have several great options for lunch including a boutique hotel
with beautiful gardens, a very typical local restaurant to experience
"comida tipica", a historical hacienda and several of
the wineries. We also have an exclusive
relation with Vik Millahue to stay overnight at the guest
lodge of this exciting new world-class winery.
Colchagua
Valley
For
good reason the Colchagua Valley was rated the best Wine Region
of the World by Wine Enthusiast in 2005. The valley produces excellent
Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet and Carmenere wines and is home to two
of Chile's most famous wineries - Casa Lapostolle and Montes.
In addition to the thirty five wineries in the valley there are
many options to combine wine tourism with gastronomy, trekking,
horseback riding and a world class museum. Approximately two hours
from Santiago makes Colchagua within reach for a day tour but
your best bet is to stay a night or two as you are sure to find
plenty to do. We have a two
day Colchagua valley tour already designed or let us provide
you with the perfect custom tour to Colchagua for one or more
days. For the more active we even have a bike
and wine tour in Colchagua Valley.
Maipo
Valley
The
Maipo Valley is the oldest wine-producing valley in Chile, and
it lies just south of Santiago, extending from the foot of the
Andes to the middle of the Central Valley. This valley produces
bold Cabernet Sauvignons that have garnered international recognition.
Chile’s largest and more traditional wineries can be found
here, but the region is also home to up-and-coming boutique wineries,
many of which are owned by Chileans who have
partnered with French, U.S. and Italian winemakers. Wineries we
visit include: Almaviva, Antiyal, Aquitania, Concha y Toro, Cousino
Macul, Haras de Pirque, Paseos del Vino, Perez Cruz, Quebrada
de Macul Santa Alicia, El Principal, Santa Rita and William Fevre.
We
have an exclusive relation with Chile's smallest winery Corcoran
Gallery which makes for an excellent day or overnight visit
to the Maipo Valley.
For
the more adventuresome, we love Vina La Montaña. A combination
of trekking in native forests, descending and an exhilariating
three thousand foot zip-line. All combined with great wine of
course! (and only an hour from Santiago).
Maule
Valley
Chile's
largest wine valley has been known historically for producing
more quantity than quality. However, recent developments are helping
it to shed this image with wineries like J.
Bouchon leading the way. Our exclusive relation with J. Bouchon
makes a great way to spend
the night in the Maule Valley.
San
Antonio Valley
December 2006 Chile White
Wine Article
(with mention of Santiago Adventures)
The
San Antonio Valley is the nearest valley to the Pacific coast
and its cool climate is excellent for producing white wines, pinot
noirs and cool climate syrahs. Both Matetic and Casa Marin wineries
are beautiful wineries to visit and produce top rated wines. We
typically combine a visit here to the Casablanca
Valley or other coastal destinations such as Valparaiso or
Quintay a small fishing village on the coast where you can try
Chile's delicious seafoods..
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