So much wine and so little time. Wine and travel go together like yin and yang, Rocky and Bullwinkle, or peanut butter and jelly. Part of the adventure of travel is learning and trying local cuisine. And shouldn’t that experimentation include enjoying the local wines? I love wine tasting. It’s not just trying new wines, but visiting wineries and meeting with winemakers’ is a wonderful way to learn more about the local people, history and culture. One of my favorite wine tasting destinations is Chile.
Chile is one of the top wine producing countries in the world. The hot summers and cool ocean breezes make it an ideal grape growing region. And like California, France, Australia and other wine producers, there are numerous wine regions and micro-climates that influence the type of wine produced.
That unique viticulture combined with it's incredible sites and activities and Chile is a perfect destination for wine lovers.
Would your wine group like to do some in-depth wine exploration? Just like the San Francisco Bay Area, Santiago is close to numerous regions and wineries. The Maipo Valley, Aconcagua Valley, Casablanca Wine Region, Colchagua Valley to name a few are all within easy driving distance of the Chilean capital. Whether you want to stay in Santiago and day-trip it to various wine districts, or spend a few days in each region on an in-depth tour, your wine group will find lots to love and sip!
Have more adventure on your mind or want to experience more of this diverse country? Chile has something for everyone.
Are you a ski group? Top rated ski resorts in the Andes will keep you busy during the day and your group can enjoy Chilean wines après ski. Where else can you ski on active volcanos? And bonus - you can ski year-round, since Chile’s winter is our summer!
Do the wilds of Patagonia appeal to you? Whether it’s jaw-dropping beauty or an adventurous spirit, the icy glaciers plunging into emerald lakes and the Andes' dramatic peaks ascending into swirling clouds and mist will attract Spend a day getting acquainted with the quirky Magellanic penguins congregating on Isla Magdalena, hike or bike the forests of Tierra del Fuego or kayak through the Lake District. And a lakeview balcony is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine at the end of a busy day.
Is your group interested in history and culture? Chile’s cultural scene is as diverse as it’s landscape. Check out the bohemian lifestyle of Valparaiso, explore the museums and galleries of old Santiago, learn about Chile’s state-sponsored German immigration in the Puerto Montt region. And, enjoy the region’s wine (or German beer!).
Whatever your passion, you’ll find so much to experience. And you can pair your adventure with scrumptious wine.
What part of Chile would your group like to explore?
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