The San Antonio Valley is a perfect blend of outstanding wines, beautiful beaches, hidden getaways, and poetic inspiration.
The San Antonio Valley is a perfect blend of outstanding wines, beautiful beaches, hidden getaways, and poetic inspiration.
Casa Marin Vineyards
Day 1 – The Casablanca and San Antonio Valleys
Your guide will meet you at your Santiago accommodations in the morning to head to Kingston Family Vineyards in the Casablanca Valley. Since its first vintage in 2003, Kingston has been turning heads with its small production Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc. While coastal Casablanca is known for its white wines, Kingston is pioneering the production of cool-climate, artisan-style reds. Wines from the 300-acre family ranch are handcrafted and bottled on site. Wine Spectator commended Kingston for “bringing diversity and excitement to Chile” and Wine Enthusiast heralded the vineyard as the “Sommeliers’ New Chilean Favorite.” You’ll enjoy a tour and tasting of their distinctive wines.
Continuing on to the San Antonio Valley, you will stop for lunch in Lo Abarca for a delicious traditional Chilean lunch. Following your meal, you can walk the short distance to Casa Marín Winery. Founded in 2000 by Chile’s first female vineyard owner, Maria Luz Marín, Casa Marín has been described as one of the “most daring and innovative” vineyards in the country. Its outstanding wines have received many awards including, most recently, being named among the Top 100 Wineries in the World (2012) by Wine & Spirits magazine for the sixth consecutive year. Two of its top wines – Miramar Vineyard Syrah 2010 and Cipreses Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2011 – were named the “best in Chile” by the country’s most prestigious wine publication Descorchados.
Pablo Neruda considered Isla Negra his favorite home
You’ll spend the night relaxing in the Casa Marín Guest House, which looks out over the vineyards spread across the rolling hills. Enjoy peace, quiet, and a home cooked dinner paired with a bottle of wine.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Isla Negra
Enjoy a relaxed morning and delicious breakfast before heading to nearby Isla Negra, the favorite former home of beloved poet and Nobel Laureate Pablo Neruda. The home is now an interesting museum, providing visitors a snapshot into the life and mind of Chile’s most famous poet. Looking out to the expansive Pacific Ocean, it’s easy to see why Neruda considered Isla Negra to be source of renewal and inspiration. After your visit, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant which specializes in outstanding, fresh seafood paired with a lovely view to the water.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Tasting distinctive wines at Casa Marin Winery
This tour is available to begin every day, all year round.
Price per Person (US$): $681.00
*based on a minimum of 2 travelers
*Prices valid through August 31st, 2014.
Casa Marin Winery
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Villa Casa Marin
Villa Casa Marin: Nestled atop the rolling hills in the midst of thriving vines, Villa Casa Marin is a quiet, two-bedroom retreat with views to the Pacific Ocean only 2.5 miles away. A great place to relax and enjoy the breathtaking landscape while sipping on some of Chile’s best wine. Private dinner can be arranged in the villa for a modest additional charge.