Chilean wines are more popular than ever. And better than ever. Since their international breakthrough in the 1980s, Chile was known as the world's wine factory, where the focus was primarily on quantity. The tide has now turned, and Chile is increasingly producing high-quality wines instead of uninspiring bulk wines. One winery that's embracing this new trend is Ventisquero. With vineyards planted where the grapes thrive and the winemaker's tireless attention, Vina Ventisquero has become a pioneer of Chilean viticulture.
The Chilean wines of Ventisquero
The story of the Ventisquero winery is somewhat reminiscent of a fairy tale. It begins in the mid-1950s on a farm in the Rancagua province, an hour's drive south of Santiago. Here, Don Gonzalo Via was born. A man with a vision. A mission. And a clear passion: wine. At the age of forty, he decided to pursue his passion. He founded the Vina Ventisquero winery, unaware that a quarter of a century later, this winery would be among the finest in all of Chile.
The Chilean wine regions of Ventisquero
Vina Ventisquero has become an indispensable part of Chile. The largely local vineyards can be found in all the renowned wine regions, from Maipo to Colchagua and from Casablanca to Leyda. All places where grape vines thrive. There's no shortage of diversity in the vineyards either. Besides the classics Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay, you'll also find less conventional grape varieties like Syrah, Pinot Noir, and of course Carmenere. This last grape, originally from Bordeaux, has become Chile's national grape.
The GREY Ventisquero wines from Chile
Vina Ventisquero offers a wide variety of wines, with something for everyone. Everyday favorites include Tantehue Ventisquero, classic Ventisquero Classico wines, and a oak-aged Reserva line. However, the vinologists at perfectewijn.nl are most impressed by the Grey Ventisquero wines. These are top-notch wines made with only the finest grapes from the best wine regions. For example, the grapes for Ventisquero GREY Chardonnay come from the refreshing Casablanca region, while those for Ventisquero GREY Carmenere are sourced from the stunning vineyards of the Maipo Valley.
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