Harvest and autumn leave the valley in activity and with remarkable vineyard landscapes.
CHILE · WINES + GASTRONOMY
CHILE — COLCHAGUA & CARMENERE
Get to know the symbol grape of Chile in the heart of Colchagua.
DURATION5 days
BEST TIMEMar–May / Sep–Nov
EXPERIENCEWines + Gastronomy
COUNTRYChile
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Santiago → Colchagua Valley → Santa Cruz
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Carmenere
2Santa Cruz
3Colchagua Valley
4Montes, Lapostolle and Viu Manent
5Terroir between Andes and valley
In the Colchagua Valley, Carménère found one of its most recognizable expressions in Chile. Between Santa Cruz, vineyards at the foot of the Andes and houses such as Montes, Lapostolle and Viu Manent, climate, soils and thermal amplitude help explain the identity that the grape has gained in the country.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Santiago
Arrival and start of the trip in Santiago, with a light pace to enter the destination and prepare the next steps without overloading the first day.
DAY 2
Colchagua Valley—Identity of the Destination
Time dedicated to vineyards, terroir and producers in Colchagua Valley, with choices adjusted to the climate, the operation and the profile of the trip.
DAY 3
Colchagua Valley—Top Experience
Time dedicated to selected tastings and gastronomy in Colchagua Valley, with choices adjusted to the climate, operation and trip profile.
DAY 4
Santa Cruz —Time to Deepen
Time dedicated to the wine landscape and unhurried time in Santa Cruz, with choices adjusted to the climate, the operation and the profile of the trip.
DAY 5
End of the trip
Last hours in Santa Cruz and end of the itinerary, with logistics adjusted to the flight, train or continuation of the trip.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
Get to know the symbol grape of Chile in the heart of Colchagua. The proposal gains depth by connecting Santiago → Colchagua Valley → Santa Cruz, with the concept of terroir, vineyards, producers and wine culture as the main axis of the trip. and rhythm designed so that each stage has its own reason within the trip.
YOUR WAY
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This itinerary is a foundation of inspiration. Pace, sequence, hotels, experiences and number of days can be adjusted to design the trip that makes sense for you.