Vineyards/Viñedos
COPA DEL REY VINEYARDS
Copa Del Rey Wines are produced from the Colchagua Valley for Copa Del Rey Cabernet Sauvignon, Maipo Valley for Copa Del Rey Merlot and Rapel Valley for Copa Del Rey Chardonnay. These valleys are known to produce some of the finest fruit in Chile. Although located on different sides of the Equator with cultures unique to each region, the similarities between California and Chile provide the ideal conditions for sharing ideas. Chile, like California, is rich in agriculture, with a vast Pacific coast and multiple wine regions, a moderate climate, varied and colorful land with diverse histories, cultures and traditions. Copa Del Rey blends all flavors of the people, the land and the wine.
Maipo ValleyThis is Chile's oldest and most famous growing area and is situated in Central Chile, just south of Santiago. Extending to the east towards the Andes, and westward toward the Pacific, ocean breezes and elevation provide a number of cool growing areas within the region. Plus it has sandy, fast-draining soils which make it ideal for growing Merlot and other classic Bordeaux varietals.
Rapel ValleyLocated south of the Maipo Valley, Rapel Valley weather consists of warm summer days and cooler nights. This climate, coupled with the unique soil conditions of the area, allow grapes to mature under the most natural conditions. This makes it ideal for producing top flight Chardonnay.
Colchagua ValleyApproximately 150 kms (93 miles) south of Santiago, Chile, Colchagua Valley was picked Best Wine Region of the World in 2005 by the Wine Enthusiast magazine. Warm and naturally dry, but with an abundant water supply from the Tinguiririca River, Colchagua Valley begins at the foot of the Andes and extends west to the Pacific Ocean. The appellation encompasses approximately 910,000 hectares (2,250 acres) and includes many different microclimates, soil types and steep hillsides. These conditions make it ideal for producing excellent Cabernet Sauvignon.
