V I N E E X P E C TAT I O N S
SPEAKING THE LANGUAGE OF NATURE
A family with a thirst for adventure and challenge has created a vineyard that produces remarkable wines within a unique ecosystem for sustainability. The possibilities are endless when you have access to one of the best-kept secrets in Chile.
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ver 30 years ago, Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite fell in love with a vineyard nestled in the heart of Colchagua Valley and began writing the Los Vascos story. It’s a well-kept secret the locals have known for generations: the land of Los Vascos benefits from an ideal microclimate. The area takes advantage of plenty of sunlight, water, semi-arid soil, and no frost, all thanks to the high Andes mountains that act as a backdrop for the area. With cool nights refreshed by the ocean breeze, this location offers the perfect conditions to produce exceptional wines. In the 18th century, the Basque family first planted grapevines in this lush part of Northern Chile. When Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite purchased Viña Los Vascos in 1988, they were
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