Vineyards here are cooled by ocean winds to create full-bodied Californian-style reds from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot varieties. ![]() The Maipo Valley is the leading region of the Chile wine map, not least because of its closeness to the capital Santiago. Further south, the San Antonio Valley is being heralded as one of the most exciting new wine regions of Chile – producing some of the finest Pinot Noir outside of Burgundy. Part of the region produces fine Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc whites, while the Merlot and Pinot Noirs come from the more mountainous section. The Casablanca Valley is the first of the newer wine regions that have been established on the Chile wine map. ![]() It is one of the warmest regions on the Chilean wine map, but the cooler temperatures at higher altitudes produce a range of Bordeaux-style blends from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Carménère. The Aconcagua Valley takes its name from the highest mountain peak in South America. One of the newest regions on the Chile wine map is the Choapa Valley, which has a terroir suited to both Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah but is yet to have any established wineries within its boundaries. Chardonnay is the signature grape here, along with Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. ![]() The Limari Valley is a hot and dry region northwest of the capital Santiago, which has attracted investment from three of the country’s largest wineries: Concha y Toro, San Pedro and Santa Rita. Syrah is the most successful international grape variety grown here, while visitors are also drawn by Chile’s most popular liquor, pisco brandy. The Elqui Valley is among the most beautiful places to visit on the Chile region's map.
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