CHILE WINE TOURS
Travelling to Chile is a thrilling adventure
Unlock the secrets of Chilean wine on a once-in-a-lifetime, five-day journey through the country’s most breathtaking and iconic wine regions — guided by Evan Goldstein MS, acclaimed author of Wines of South America: The Essential Guide.
From the sun-soaked slopes of Colchagua to the windswept coasts of Casablanca, this is not your typical wine tour — it’s an insider’s expedition. You’ll go beyond the tasting rooms, enjoying private, behind-the- scenes access to Chile’s most celebrated wineries, hosted by the winemakers themselves. Every stop is a VIP experience, curated to bring you closer to the people, the places, and the wines that define this extraordinary country.
Indulge in world-class cuisine, taste rare and award-winning wines, and feel the heartbeat of Chile’s winemaking heritage — a legacy rooted in the 16th century and thriving today with bold vision and terroir- driven passion.
Whether you’re sipping under the stars in a mountain vineyard or sharing a table with the country’s top winemakers, each day offers unforgettable moments, stunning landscapes, and a deeper connection to Chile’s soulful, world-class wines.
This is Chile as few will ever experience it.
I invite you to join us.
JAMES CLUER, MASTER OF WINE
ABOUT THE TOUR & REGION
THE ICONIC WINERIES OF CHILE
We’ve meticulously crafted our Chilean wine tour for discerning travellers who crave exclusive access to renowned wineries, private tastings, and meals you’ll go home raving about. These are experiences you simply can’t get on your own.
We’ll meet at The Ritz hotel, your new home, in the upscale neighbourhood of El Golf in Santiago. We’ll be based here for the next 3 nights as we explore the surrounding regions by comfortable coach. We’ll travel to the charming countryside of Santa Cruz for the following 2 nights. Expect leisurely visits to the most famous, and prized Colchagua and Maipo Valleys.
With a welcome reception, lavish winery lunches each day, two dinners, and one free night, you’ll enjoy the camaraderie amongst fellow wine-lovers while also having time to yourself.
CASABLANCA & SAN ANTONIO VALLEYS
The program will start the night before with an in-depth overview of Chilean wines by your host. The next day will be dedicated to exploring Chile’s top cool-climate regions. You’ll visit Casa Marin for examples of Chile’s best coastal white wines before sitting down to a perfectly paired lunch. The day will come to a close at Kingston Vineyards with a tasting and dinner that will take your breath away. Looking out at the majestic Casablanca Valley vineyards while the sun sets is simply a joy.
CACHAPOAL ANDES
Travelling south, and bidding Santiago goodbye, we’ll make our way to the land of high-elevation vineyards and structured, elegant Bordeaux-style blends. At Altair, you’ll have stunning views on a private tour complete with a traditional Chilean lunch. After checking into the countryside hotel, we will salute the sunset in Apalta with a memorable tasting of the iconic wines of Montes.
COLCHAGUA VALLEY
Today is devoted to a truly exclusive experience at one of the most revered estates: Clos Apalta by Lapostolle. A private tour of the vineyard and cellar will be followed by a tasting of the iconic wines. We will then be spoiled to an intimate lunch hosted by the winemaker, served with panoramic views over the estate’s rolling hills and century-old vines. In the afternoon, enjoy some leisure time to stroll Santa Cruz’s charming streets and explore the local culture. As sun sets, we gather for our farewell dinner under the stars in the breathtaking Ninquen vineyard, hosted by Benjamin Leiva, winemaker at a hidden gem in Colchagua, Montgras.
LOS LINGUES
We couldn’t leave Colchagua without discovering its Andean side. In the high-altitude sub-region of Los Lingues, we’ll enjoy a special tasting at Koyle, one of South America’s leading biodynamic estates. It’s a charming farewell to the diversity and beauty of Colchagua.
MAIPO VALLEY
Here it is. The ‘Grand Cru’ of Chilean wines: Puente Alto, a subregion within the Maipo Valley.
The culmination of our tour will be a visit to Almaviva, the Rothschild’s property in Puente Alto, with an intimate and memorable lunch with the winemaker Michel Friou. Tasting the zenith of Chilean winemaking marks a perfect end to our program, before the coach brings you to Santiago.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Our Luxury Wine Tours in Chile are guided by Evan Goldstein MS
One of less than 300 Master Sommeliers worldwide, Evan Goldstein has authored four books including the critically acclaimed ‘Wines of South America: The Essential Guide’ (University of California Press), co-authored several more, and is a contributing editor to The Oxford Companion to Wine.
Evan served two terms as chairman of the American Chapter of the Court of Master Sommeliers and received finalist nominations four times for the James Beard “Outstanding Wine & Spirits Professional” award in 1998, 2000, 2001 and 2005. Count the San Francisco Giants baseball team among his fans. In September 2022, Goldstein was recruited by his hometown team, becoming the first ever Master Sommelier for a professional sports organization.
An edutainer at heart, Evan enthusiastically looks forward to showing you his Chile and sharing his passion for South America. He has spent extensive periods of time in both Chile and Argentina visiting the top producers. He is considered to be one of the world’s leading authorities on South American wines.
UPCOMING CHILE WINE TOUR
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in the price is five nights’ accommodation, all meals during the tour (except for one free evening in Santiago), all winery tours, all wines at the visits, local transport for the duration of the tour, and all taxes and gratuities.
Basically, everything is included except your flights to Santiago, insurance, and any items of a personal nature.
PLANNING TIPS
Before the tour we will send you some useful pre-trip information to help you with your planning. Here you’ll find advice on how to get there, tips on what to wear, and details on the hotel.
WEATHER
We visit during the early Autumn in Chile. It’s usually warm and sunny, which makes for the perfect antidote to the frigid winter weather in North America. Evenings can be cool in Chile, so bring a light jacket.
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