Almaviva and Don Melchor tour

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• Almaviva and Don Melchor tour, a unique experience
• Maipo Valley introduction of wines by our expert guide
• Tour and wine tasting at Almaviva Winery
• Lunch at local restaurant in Pirque town (not included on quote)
• Tour and wine tasting at Experience Cellar Collection in Concha y Toro winery
• Private services with English speaking driver/guide with pick up and drop off at your Hotel in Santiago
• Wine tasting of a Don Melchor vintage, one of the best wines in the world
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Almaviva and Don Melchor tour is the ultimate wine experience. It is nestled between two mountain ranges, the Andes and the Coastal Mountains and Chile’s capital, Santiago sits in the middle. Winemaking in the Maipo valley today ranges from tiny boutiques efforts to large-scale multimillion liter production centers, from nascent dreams to time – honored traditions, from industrial scale to biodynamic and everything in between.

The Maipo Valley wine region is one of the most important wine-making regions of Chile. This region is situated just south of Chile’s capital city of Santiago, extending east to the Andes Mountains and west to the coast. The Maipo Valley is well known for producing some of the most prestigious Chilean wines, with the region often being referred to as the Bordeaux of South America. The most famous wine of the Maipo region is the Cabernet Sauvignon which is extremely rich and fruity. The Maipo Valley is the heart of viticulture in Chile as this is where the first vines in the country were planted in the 1540s.

ALMAVIVA WINERY
Experience the heart of our vineyard with an exclusive wine tasting featuring Almaviva and EPU. Join us for a private guided tour of our winery, where tradition and passion come together to craft unforgettable moments. Explore the delicate process of winemaking, savor the unique flavours of our award-winning wines, and immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning beauty of our estate. Let us take you on a journey through the art of winemaking, where every sip tells a story.
Tasting of 2 wines: 1 Vintage of Almaviva & 1 Vintage of EPU
Duration: 90 minutes

In 1997, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Baron Philippe de Rothschild S.A., and Eduardo Guilisasti Tagle, Chairman of Viña Concha y Toro S.A., sealed a partnership agreement with a view to create an exceptional Franco-Chilean wine called Almaviva. Produced under the joint technical supervision of both partners, the first vintage achieved immediate international success upon its launch in 1998.

The name Almaviva, though it has an Hispanic sonority, belongs to classical French literature: Count Almaviva is the hero of The Marriage of Figaro, the famous play by Beaumarchais (1732-1799), later turned into an opera by the genius of Mozart. The label, meanwhile, pays homage to Chile’s ancestral history, with three reproductions of a stylised design, which symbolises their vision of the earth and the cosmos. The label bears the name Almaviva in Beaumarchais’ own handwriting. Two great traditions thus join hands to offer the whole world a promise of pleasure and excellence.

The wine
Made from a blend of classic Bordeaux varieties, in which Cabernet Sauvignon predominates, Almaviva is the result of a felicitous encounter between two cultures. Chile offers its soil, its climate and its vineyards, while France contributes its winemaking savoir-faire and traditions. The result is an exceptionally elegant and complex wine. Its launch was a major milestone in the development of Chilean wines, both in Chile itself and in the international market.

LUNCH PIRQUE LOCAL RESTAURANT
You’ll be able to enjoy lunch at 12:30 hrs at a local restaurant. You can order a la carte and guests will be responsible of paying their lunch.

CONCHA Y TORO WINERY – DON MELCHOR HOUSE – CELLAR COLLECTION TOUR
Join us on a tour of the late 19th-century gardens of the Concha y Toro family summer house, followed by a visit to the renowned Casillero del Diablo winery where the legend of wine began. You will also stroll through our beautiful varietal garden featuring 24 wine grapes and enjoy the stunning view of the Maipo Valley and its vineyard.
During the tour, you will have the chance to taste three premium wines and receive a complimentary glass.
Once the tour is over, live the experience of a unique tasting in Casa Don Melchor, tasting 5 wines from the Cellar Collection line, accompanied by a cheese board, where you will visit the best terroirs of Chile: the Limarí Valley with Amelia Chardonnay and Amelia Pinot Noir, the Cachapoal Valley with our iconic Carmenere Carmín de Peumo, the Maipo Valley with Marques de Casa Concha Heritage and with the distinguished Cabernet Sauvignon Don Melchor.

* TASTING OF 8 GLASSES OF WINE, INCLUDING DON MELCHOR
* DURATION 120 MIN
* MAXIMUM CAPACITY 7 PEOPLE PER GROUP

Book our Almaviva and Don Melchor tour by sending an email to info@ecotours.cl

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