Central Valley

The Central Valley is one of the most important Chilean productive regions in terms of volume, which extends between the Valle del Maipo and that of the Maule covering a distance of about 400 kilometers. Inside it includes a notable variety of climates and terroirs as well as production styles, from the Bordeaux-style wines typical of the Maipo to the more traditional ones characteristic of the Maule. But wines obtained from cooler climates, such as those made from vineyards located on the Andean Prealps and the river valleys tempered by the proximity to the Pacific Ocean, have been successful in recent years. The most common grapes are those of international origin, above all Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Carmenère is also given due consideration and it is not uncommon for winemakers to experiment with varieties such as Viognier, Riesling and even Gewürztraminer.