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Chile – WineDrops Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:42:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 245421163 Colchagua Valley /regions/colchagua-valley/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:42:20 +0000 /?post_type=regions&p=1549 Geography & Climate

The Colchagua Valley is a wide, east-west oriented valley located about two hours south of Santiago. It is defined by the coastal hills to the west and the Andes Mountains to the east. The climate is warm Mediterranean, with long, dry, sunny summers.

The key to the region’s quality is the cooling effect of breezes from the Pacific Ocean that travel up the Tinguiririca River, moderating the afternoon heat and allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly. This results in wines that have ripe fruit flavors but also retain freshness.

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Maipo Valley /regions/maipo-valley/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:30:51 +0000 /?post_type=regions&p=1545 Geography & Climate

The Maipo Valley is part of Chile’s large Central Valley. Its climate is reliably warm and dry, a classic Mediterranean climate perfect for ripening red grapes. The valley is defined by two major geographical influences: the Andes Mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

Vineyards in the Alto Maipo (High Maipo), nestled in the Andean foothills, experience cool mountain breezes and a large diurnal temperature range, producing elegant, structured, and age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. Areas closer to the coast are cooler, while the central valley is warmer, producing softer, fruitier wines.

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Casablanca Valley /regions/casablanca-valley/ Tue, 20 May 2025 10:26:23 +0000 /?post_type=wine_regions&p=433 Geography & Climate

Casablanca Valley lies just 30 kilometers from the Pacific Ocean, which plays a crucial role in its climate. Morning fogs and cool ocean breezes moderate temperatures, extending the growing season and preserving acidity in the grapes.

Vineyards are planted at altitudes ranging from 300 to 600 meters, with diverse soils including decomposed granite, sandy loam, and clay. These factors contribute to wines with bright acidity, vibrant aromatics, and mineral-driven complexity.

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