MAIPO VALLEY WINE TOUR

The natural conditions of the Maipo Alto Valley for the production of red wines, led Perez Cruz to choose the best varieties for its terroir. The 140 hectares of vines are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenére, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec and Petit Verdot. The principal aim of Perez Cruz Vineyard is to produce fine wines, with a proper identity but that expressed all the qualities of the Maipo Alto, the cradle of the Chilean premium wines. At the most suitable varieties were chosen. At the same time the winery building was constructed with a high technology standard but design to harmonize with the natural landscape.

The architect José Cruz Ovalle created a laminated wood building with low stone walls around the base. It measures 6000 square meters and has natural light. The wooden roof, supported on curved pillars of the same material, was designed to allow thermal isolation and free air flow circulation, both ideal for fine wine making. We will tour around the vines and the production building including a tasting of two wines. Our next stop is going to be at Foundation Origen for a special lunch, their service is characterized by their family atmosphere and natural cooking. All the products are grown in their organic gardens and are handcrafted by their chefs.

Santa Rita Winery was founded in 1880, by a distinguished entrepreneur of those times, Mr. Domingo Fernández Concha in the area of Alto Jahuel where the main installations of the winery are currently located. From the very beginning, he introduced fine French varieties, winemakers and the most advanced winemaking techniques. At the end of the 80´s a great expansion period for Santa Rita starts, sustained by the great momentum experienced by its exports and the excellent reputation acquired by its products, which obtained important awards and worldwide recognition. We deserved  a remarkable lunch at “Casa de Dona Paula” restaurant in a 17^th century house which it has been declared National Monument ,afterwards you will do the tour were you will be introduced to the wine production process, including the tasting of two premium wines and a visit to the park.

Duration: 8 hrs aprox
Departures: From Tuesday to Sundays in private services
Not included: tips and extra drinks or wines

Highlights:

- Tour and wine tasting at Santa Rita Winery
- Lunch at local restaurant with chilean food and wines
- Tour and wine tasting at Perez Cruz Winery
- Views of the Andes Mountain Range and Maipo Valley
- Maipo Valley

It includes:
- A private professional English speaking tour guide
- Transportation in spacious, clean, air conditioned and comfortable vehicle with a professional driver.
- Tour and wine tastings “ Reserve wines “
- Lunch at a typical local restaurant
- Bottle of water per person

Notes: Reservation is required and prices will depend on number of people touring -info@ecotours.cl