In the San Antonio Valley, fresh sea breezes dance through vineyards spread across rolling hills. This excellent terroir is increasingly capturing attention around the world for its excellent expressions of cool-loving grapes such as Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.
Casa Marin Winery
Situated only 2.5 miles (4 km) from the Pacific Ocean, the San Antonio Valley is Chile’s most coastal wine region. Fresh, cool winds from the sea blow through vineyards spread over the rolling hills. Nurturing the grapes requires an especially keen knowledge in San Antonio in order to achieve the delicate balance between sunlight, wind, and temperature. The hard work of winemakers has yielded excellent results: crisp whites and spicy reds that are increasingly capturing attention around the world.
Your guide will meet you at your Santiago hotel to drive the approximately 90 minutes 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 Best Sauvignon Blanc in the World (2010) and Winery of the Year (2010) by industry association Wines of Chile. Most recently, it was named among the Top 100 Wineries in the World (2012) by Wine & Spirits magazine. 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. You’ll enjoy a private tour and tasting of their premium wines.
Next, you will head the short distance to Matetic Winery. A state-of-the-art winemaking facility, Matetic is designed to complement its beautiful natural surroundings. The winery incorporates organic and biodynamic agricultural practices and an architecture which optimizes vinification. Grapes are handpicked and carefully examined to ensure only those of highest quality are used in the winemaking process. Wine & Spirits magazine has selected Matetic among its 100 Top Wineries in the World on more than one occasion, and the winery has been called a “great ambassador” for Chilean wine on the world stage. You will enjoy a tour and tasting of their distinctive wines followed by lunch in their chic Equilibrio Restaurant.
Meals Included: Lunch
Recommended trip combinations:
Barrel Room at Matetic Vineyards
This tour is available Tuesday through Sunday, all year round.
Price per Person (US$): $361.00
*based on a minimum of 2 travelers
*Prices valid through August 31st, 2015.
Wine Shop at Casa Marin
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