Chile — wine

Colchagua Valley DO

Chile's most celebrated red wine valley in the Rapel region. Warm, dry climate suited to Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Malbec. Sub-zones Marchigüe, Peralillo, and Santa Cruz produce wines of increasing complexity. Home to the famous Route of Wine.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Good Colchagua vintage; balanced Carménère with fresh herb expression
2022 Ideal conditions; Carménère fully ripe
2021 Balanced vintage with good freshness
2020 Classic Chilean vintage; outstanding concentration
2019 Steady year; approachable and elegant
2018 Outstanding year widely praised by critics
2017 Variable year; Apalta's protected microclimate delivered above-average quality