Home to the world’s largest desert, 2 900 volcanoes, and the Andes Mountains, Chile is ideal for making world-class wines that are complex, fresh and elegant. The skinniest country in the world eighty-three per cent of all wines exported from Chile are Certified Sustainable. With many organic choices – and many Chilean wines now on sale at the LCBO, now is the time to Drink Chile!
Here are six great wine options the next time you’re at LCBO.
Cono Sur Chardonnay Organic
Sustainable winemaking is at the heart of Cono Sur Vineyards. Certified Organic for over 17 years as well as 13 years being carbon neutral, Cono Sur leads the way in sustainability leadership. This chardonnay made from organically grown grapes and also vegan spends time in stainless steel tank revealing a fresh taste profile with notes of orange blossom, grapefruit and citrus. Pair with an Instagram-worthy cheese board. At a killer price, this might just turn into your new house wine.
Viña Tarapacá Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Viña Tarapaca is committed to economic, social, and environmental sustainability practices in and outside of the vineyard. Established in 1874, it is made by one of the oldest and most awarded wineries in Chile which are also a leader in renewable energy. This Sauvignon Blanc is ripe and full of life and zest! A fantastic alternative to New Zealand at half the price.
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Root 1 Carmenere
Carmenere is a grape Chile saved from extinction. Originally from France, yet destroyed by phylloxera Carmenere made its way to Chile and was mistaken as merlot until the 90s. A sister grape to Merlot, Carmenere is medium in body and full of ripe red cherries on the palate. One of my absolute favourite red sippers! Carmenere is a grape that you can easily fall in love with.
Emiliana Coyam Organic Red Blend
Novas Gran Reserva is made by rockstar winemaker Noella Orts from Emiliana Organic Vineyards. Orts has been making wine at Emiliana since 2011 and has done vintages around the world. She also has a Master’s Degree in Enology and Viticulture. A stunner of a wine, this bottle wil impress even the most snobby of wine enthusiasts. A blend of Syrah and Carmenere this bottle has both strength and beauty. Decanting before enjoyment is recommended should you want to enjoy this bottle right away. However, this bottle also makes a great addition to your wine cellar to age gracefully.
Santa Carolina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Established in 1875 by Luis Pereira, who named it after his wife, Carolina Iñiguez and is now run by the Larraín family and is one of the world’s most powerful wine brands. Santa Carolina is a carbon-neutral wine company that produces certified sustainable wines. This Cabernet Resera has aromas of floral violets, and red fruits and is ultra lovable.
Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon
Viña Montes is a wine pioneer crafting gorgeous and sustainable wines. The winery currently has 6 certificates of sustainability that showcase their commitment to the future of the land and the families that are a part of the winery. The Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon also spends time listening to Gregorian chant music while in the barrel – adding a touch of sophistication to the wine’s overall taste and profile. Supple, grand and quite remarkable this is a wine you can drink now or put aside in your cellar to age.
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