Chilean Wines

Chilean wines

With the soaring Andes as the backdrop, a far-reaching revolution is taking place in Chile's wine industry. And a handful of statuesque reds lead the way.

A dozen or so years ago, when Chile cast off the shackles of Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship and embraced a stable, democratic government, the country had already earned a reputation for fruity and ripe, if sometimes oxidized, red wines at friendly prices.
With a supporting cast of $5 and $10 Merlots and Cabs gaining notoriety and winning medals, Chilean wine soared in popularity in international markets, becoming the third-largest source of U.S. wine imports in 1998 with 5.3 million 12-bottle cases, according to the Department of Commerce.

As Chile's free market economy gained momentum, outside money, expertise and equipment began to pour into its wine industry. Local growers increasingly adopted international wine standards, and Chile's red wines took a quantum leap in quality. And price.

Chile's established players are making top-flight reds - among them..... Check out this "The Wine news" magazine article for more on Chilean wines.

Chile is wine country.

If you would like to take a tour and sample first hand the diversity and quality of Chilean wines, here is your opportunity.
The following tours bring you to and through some of Chile's best vineyards and wineries.

Wine tours

Golf & Wine In Santiago EKA 006-A
04 days / 03 nights

1 day touring Santiago in the morning and then getting to know Chilean wines in the afternoon followed by 3 days of golf in 3 different locations.

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Exploring Santiago And The Countryside EKA 072
05 days / 04 nights

Explore the center of Santiago, visit the Presidential palace spend a day horse-riding or biking and visit the renowned Matetic Vineyards

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Santiago & Wines: 06 Days / 05 Nights EKA 004
06 days / 05 nights

Visit and learn about chile's central region in addition to its renowned vineyards, learn about wine production, walk their vineyards and wineries.
Includes visits to Vina del Mar and Valparaiso.

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Colchagua Valley Wine Route EKA 005
06 days / 05 nights

Visit the vineyards near Santiago as well as the scenic Colchagua valley while staying in both locations.
Also includes a visit to the Colchagua Museum and a spectacular ride in the funicular.

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