Exploring Casablanca Valley: A Closer Look at 4 Vineyards with 1 or 3 Wine Tastings in Santiago

Casablanca Valley is a picturesque region in Chile, just a short drive outside of Santiago. This stunning area is home to vineyards, wineries, and stunning views of the Andes Mountains. Its rich soils make it the perfect place to grow grapes, so it should come as no surprise that a lot of fantastic wineries are located in this area.

If you are visiting Santiago and looking for a unique experience, we recommend considering a visit to one of the many vineyards in Casablanca Valley. Here, you can enjoy a few glasses of delicious Chilean wine in a relaxed atmosphere and soak up the stunning views of the nearby mountains. In this article, we will take a closer look at four vineyards which offer 1 or 3 wine tasting experiences.

1. Intriga Wines

Intriga Wines was founded in 2015 by Adolfo Hurtado and family. Located in Casablanca Valley, the winery focuses on producing artisanal and unique wines that have an international recognition. Their wide variety of different styles showcases the authenticity of their terroir-driven approach to winemaking. If you are looking for a special and unique experience while visiting Santiago, Intriga Wines offers the perfect opportunity to do so.

The winery offers a one (1) hour winery tour with a wine tasting afterwards. During the guided tour, you will learn all about their philosophy, their terroir-driven approach and how this affects the final flavors of their wines. Afterwards, you can enjoy a tasting of four (4) of their exclusive wines with an expert sommelier accompanying you. You will get the chance to understand each and every flavor profile in detail and learn all about the different grape varieties and how they come together to make an unforgettable experience.

You can book your visit to Intriga Wines through their website: Intriga Wines Website

2. Dragos Vineyards

Dragos Vineyards offer exclusive Wine Experiences for those looking for a sophisticated adventure during their stay in Casablanca Valley. As a family-owned and totally boutique winery, they strive for quality and sustainability for every grape growing season with the goal presents wines which express strength and character.

This winery offers two different wine tour options: a one-hour vineyard walk with a subsequent wine tasting and a three-hour exploration packing all sorts of activities, such as grape harvesting and blending. During both experiences, you will be accompanied by their renowned sommeliers who will guide you through the unique grape varieties, mixology samples and explanations about the different properties and features of Chilean wines. We highly recommend their longer experience, as it combines all elements into one big delicious tour.

You can book your visit to Dragos Vineyards through their website: Dragos Vineyards Website.

3. Morande Winery

Morande Winery is one of the oldest wineries in Casablanca Valley, founded in 1996 by two passionate winegrowers with lots of international experience in crafting exceptional wines. Today, over two decades later, Morande remains dedicated to producing handcrafted Chilean wines from regions like Casablanca Valley where is considered as one of its most internationally recognized wineries.

During your visit at Morande Winery, you can enjoy three (3) exclusive experiences of different lengths and activities:

• A one (1 hour) hour experience which includes a winery tour and a wine pairing.
• A two (2 hour) hour experience that includes the winery tour plus plus either a snacks pairing or an artisanal cheese board.
• A three (3 hour) hour experience that includes everything mentioned previously plus a specific workshop.

Each tour offers an opportunity to get an introduction to some of their best wines while learning about Chilean viticulture and oenology. You can book your visit to Morande Winery through their website: Morande Winery Website.

4. El Armador Winery

Last but not least on our list is El Armador Winery, part of Terrazas De Los Andes Family Estates in Chile. They are located at the heart of Casablanca Valley and are well known for their popular Cabernet Sauvignon variety as well as for being awarded by Le Grand Concurs des Vins de France for its excellence wines for two consecutive years in 2018 and 2019. El Armador Winery offers a unique experience combining clever design with its historic context along with blending the most exquisite wines crafted with the best grapes from Casablanca Valley terroir.

The El Armador tour offers three different experiences:

• A one (1) hour wine tour where you can visit the unique architecture of the winery and get a taste of four (4) different wines.
• A two (2) hour wine tour where you get a visit to the winemaking facilities plus both tasting session.
• And a three (3) hour tour where you can explore the vineyards from Casablanca Valley plus all of the previous activities.

We highly recommend taking this complete tour if you really want to truly understand Chile’s wine culture and the varieties that El Armador Winery produces. You can book your visit to El Armador Winery through their website: El Armador Winery Website.

So now that you know more about these fantastic vineyards on offer in Casablanca Valley and what they offer, all that is left is to experience them yourself! If you are looking for the perfect way to experience this unique setting in Chile, we highly recommend booking your visit with a trusted provider who will ensure you have an unforgettable, safe and comfortable experience. Visit GetYourGuide today and find the best activities for you in Santiago!