All three countries have made significant advances into quality wine that has firmly established them on the world scene. Chile now rivals all major wine producing countries world wide, in terms of quality and quantity now available on the UK market. Foreign investments from Spain, France and California have contributed to this advancement in quality and international standing of Chilean wines.
Chile is 2690 miles long and only 56 miles wide at it's narrowest point and is dominated by the high peaks of the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. On our journey over the Andes we sometimes see condors flying against the peaks. The length of the country gives it an extremely varied climate. The proximity of the Andes has been a key to the success of these wines, which act as a natural barrier against phylloxera, so much so that the vineyards of Chile are amongst the few remaining pre-phylloxera vines in the world.
Argentina is the fifth largest wine producer in the world, and vines were first planted in the 16th century, but it was not until the arrival of Italian immigrants that serious wine production began. The Argentineans were slower than Chile in grasping the potential markets available to them, but in the last five years have been rapidly establishing themselves as a force to be recognised within the wine industry. The most recent trend, which has been gathering speed, is the popularity of Italian grape varieties planted in Argentina, such as Barbera and Bonarda, which has been producing fruit packed, lively wines.
Uruguay is a relative newcomer to the UK wine market and this tour gives you the chance to discover the powerful Tannat grape and to meet to of the masters of this variety, whilst staying in the attractively located capital of Uruguay, Montevideo.
Featured on this tour will be the wineries of Montes, Antiyal, Casa Lapostolle, De Martino, Zuccardi and Pisano, a highlight of the tour being a stay at a lovely wine estate where there is the chance to either relax by the pool, play tennis or even explore the vineyards by horse.
Traveling in South American countries, even those as relatively advanced as these can sometimes be a little unpredictable, which certainly adds to the surprise and excitement of this part of the world, but this is one of the joys of traveling with an experienced specialist operator. So, with the promise of some welcoming sunshine, fabulous wines and good food there cannot be a more perfect excuse to escape the British winter.
Extend for a few days in Buenos Aires before or after the trip or we can recommend a specialist operator to arrange tailor made add-on trips to Patagonia or the Iguazu Falls. Traveling in South American countries, even those as relatively advanced as these, can be unpredictable, but this is one of the reasons to travel with an experienced specialist operator.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- 12 nights 4 and 5 star hotels & wine estate
- 14 meals with wines
- 2 Internal flights & 1 ferry
- Coach
- Visits & tastings
- Wine Guide & Tour Manager.
- The tour starts on the morning of the date shown in Buenos Aires and ends in Buenos Aires so you can book direct flights with British Airways or via Milan/Madrid/Paris with the relevant national carriers for lower business class fares.
- Travel: Meet at destination
- Sole Occupancy: £500.00
- Deposit: £500.00
- Room Upgrade: n/a.
This tour is unsuitable for children.
Also see tour packages in:
South America
Chile
Argentina
Uruguay
Local Culture
Food & Wine
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