Viu Manent was founded in 1935 by Catalan immigrant Miguel Viu Garcia and his sons Agustin and Miguel Viu Manent. They are one of the longest established producers in the region. Initially the family focused on a negociant wine business however, in 1966 they fulfilled a long held ambition and […]
An expressive Cabernet crammed full of varietal character and finesse. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are sourced from the Colchagua valley which sits in the middle of Chile’s main central valley. Colchagua is widely regarded as one of the best locations for red varieties in Chile and many illustrious wineries are […]
The estate vineyards in Cachapoal are situated to the east of the valley on the foothills of the Andes. They are protected from the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean by the coastal mountains, but the influence of the Andes ensures warm days and cool nights provide ideal ripening conditions […]
The dynamic winemaking team at Indómita skillfully craft wines from their vineyards in two of Chile’s very best regions. The cooler climate Casablanca is great for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir while the warmer Maipo Valley offers classic Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère. Indómita produce superb, expressive wines that are […]
Fermented in stainless steel at a relatively cool temperature to preserve the fresh and delicate fruit flavour. Bottled soon after for freshness. Plush plummy fruit and gentle soft tannins. Very smooth and versatile with foods.
De Martino are a family estate of Italian heritage and are heralded as being somewhat the pioneers of Chilean wine production. Whilst they have a multitude of accolades, they are renownded for being the first to identify, bottle and export a varietal Carmenere from Chile and also for changing the […]
Using exclusively estate-grown grapes from this arid region in Chile’s Elqui Valley, Falernia is Chile’s most northernly winery, and a substantial distance from the country’s main wine-growing regions. Founded by Italian immigrants fleeing Italy’s drastically failing economy in the 1950’s, the Olivier family saw the potential for vine growing in […]
Named after the patron saint of Chile, Santiago Sauvignon Blanc really over delivers. Fermented at low temperatures to maintain the freshness of the fruit flavours. Quite simply a great expression of Sauvignon Blanc. Medium bodied with good acidity, it’s not as green as some sauvignons but is filled with lots […]
With ‘Fous’ being the French word for ‘crazy men’ this aptly named wine is an exciting project between four Chilean friends, referencing what their peers described as their ‘craziness’ in crossing the traditional vineyard boundaries of Chile to source grapes from vineyards in the extreme conditions further south and east. […]
Metic was the term used in Ancient Greece for a foreigner living in Athens that contributed to the cultural and economic life but did not have the same rights as a true citizen. This wine was inspired by famous song ‘Le M t que’ by Georges Moustaki and led Luca to call [...]
With a deep-purple color. The nose presents mostly red and blue fruit aromas, such as blue berry and cherry, and a subtle note of nougat. The palate shows good structure, soft tannins that are in balanced with nice acidity. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of fresh fruit […]
This wine is bright ruby red in colour. On the nose are intense aromas of cherry, black plum and blackberry, with notes of vanilla, sweet spice and dulce de leche from oak ageing. There is good structure on the palate, with juicy fruit flavours that are balanced by fresh acidity […]
Orzada is the Spanish word for “sailing into the wind”. The Orzada range of quintessentially Odfjell wines showcases their oenological search to better express each variety and place. Focusing on liveliness and length, these wines are crafted from fruit selected from organic and biodynamic vineyards in Maipo and Maule. Deep […]
Many-layered Chilean Malbec, lifted by a fragrant cloud of rose petals, violets and a hint of white pepper, then grounded by succulent blackberries and a spiced game note on the finish.
Chile’s most northerly wine estate, Viña Falernia have used innovative techniques to transform a desert valley into rich green vineyards. Bright purple in color; elegant nose with black pepper and floral notes. It is full bodied, well balanced with very soft tannins, spicy and nice fruit character.
Viviana Navarrete studied Agricultural Sciences and Winemaking at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. Having always been attracted to the unique terroir and cool coastal climate of Leyda Valley, she eagerly accepted the position of Chief Winemaker at Viña Leyda in 2007, striving to produce the best cool climate wines […]