Chile — wine

Aconcagua Valley DO

Chile's northernmost fine wine region, just north of Santiago. Pacific Ocean influence through a gap in the coastal range creates warm days and dramatically cool nights. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah thrive inland; the coastal Aconcagua Costa sub-zone produces world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Year Rating Notes
2024 Pacific coastal gaps created ideal cooling; Cabernet and Carménère both outstanding.
2023 Benchmark Aconcagua vintage; Don Maximiano will be a cellar classic.
2022 Ideal coastal influence; Pinot Noir exceptional
2021 Balanced season; good freshness and structure
2020 Outstanding year across varieties
2019 Warm year with cool nights preserving acidity
2018 Classic Aconcagua vintage