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Chile has outstanding conditions for producing wine. Our wine-producing regions are privileged by being surrounded by a unique geography of natural barriers, like the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Andes mountains to the east, the Atacama Desert to the north and the Patagonian ice sheets in the far south. They also benefit from a Mediterranean climate, so we can produce singular wines of excellent quality.
Chile's wine regions extend from north to south and produce around 74 different varieties, each with its own characteristics. This means we can offer a very diverse range of great quality, personality, varietal character, intense colour and delicate aromas.
The history of Chilean wine began with the arrival of the Spaniards more than 400 years ago. In the 19th century, production was influenced by the French. Then, the industry was modernized during the 1970s when Miguel Torres brought new methods of production to Chile. This stimulated development in the use of technology to make Chilean wines and marked the start of a trend towards innovation that is even stronger today.
Chile is now the world’s fourth biggest exporter of bottled wine and the biggest in the New World. This means it is one of the most important suppliers to consumers around the world, offering them a unique combination of diversity, quality, sustainability, innovation and country image.
Main products:
Reds:
- Syrah
- Pinot Noir
- Carmenère
- Carignan
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cinsault
- Malbec
- País
- Petit Verdot
- País
- Merlot
- Cabernet Franc
Whites:
- Viognier
- Sémillón
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Riesling
- Chardonnay
Chile is now the world’s fourth biggest wine exporter and the biggest in the New World, with totals in excess of US$1.8 billion.
The main export markets for Chilean wine are China, the United States, the United Kingdom and Japan.
Bottled wine accounts for 10% of our global food exports, outstripping the agro-industry and meat.
In 2016, China became the number one market for Chilean wine exports with a total in excess of US$251 million.
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