- Itata -

Located in Guarilihue, in the Itata Valley, Ñuble region. 460km south of Santiago and 22km from the ocean.

The vineyard

- Itata -

Rainfall is abundant at 900mm per year, which makes dry-farming possible. The influence of the Pacific Ocean just 22km away moderates the climate and enhances the freshness and vivacity of the wines.

Climate

- Itata -

Hills with strongly sloping vineyards and large pine forests. The fast-flowing Itata River complements the landscape. The soils are of granitic origin from the Jurassic period, with good structure and drainage and up to 20% clay. There is also a significant amount of quartz.

Geography and soil

- Itata -

Dry-farming. The vines are ungrafted and trained low in a gobelet form. Only horses are used for tilling the land. The vineyards are between 35 and 110 years old.

Viticulture