Wines of Chile - The natural choice....

A land of beautiful contrasts, rich in cultural diversity, and producing some of most exciting and naturally organic wines in the world

This long and very narrow country possesses a unique geography that never fails to impress the visitor – the Atacama Desert to the north and the ice fields in Patagonia combine with the mighty Andes Mountain range and vast Pacific coastline to give Chile distinctive climatic conditions – and a perfect environment for wine making.Chile’s wine regions lie to the north and south of the capital city Santiago.  Here warm sunshine and cooling influences from the sea and mountains create a paradise for the grapes in vineyards that are watered from pure Andes snow-melt.

An increasing number of talented young winemakers are using Chile’s varied soils, perfect climate and eco-friendly environments to craft ever more exciting and diverse wines that reflect the extraordinary beauty and uniqueness of the land.  Historically famous for its rich Cabernets and Merlots, modern Chile is now also being praised for its ability to impress with Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah and its very own Carmenere.

The success of its wine trade is a reflection of Chile’s stature as a modern, progressive, and democratic country with a thriving, export orientated economy.   In 2009 Chile’s wine exports exceeded 640 million litres, with a US dollar value of $1.4 billion.

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