Chile

Chile is producing excellent quality Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay; and is the accidental champion of Carmenere. But in addition to these varietals the quality of their Sauvignon Blanc now rivals New Zealand and is definitely the one to watch in the coming years. The country represents 8% of the On Trade UK wine market.

In recent years, Chile has considerably broadened its range of varietals and styles, and is now making seriously good wine from the likes of Carmenere, Riesling and Viognier alongside more established varieties – Chile is very much a country to watch!
 
Santa Serena

La Serena is Chile's second oldest city and a prime coastal resort. Close to La Serena there are beautiful valleys where the world famous Chilean grapes are grown.  Our Santa Serena range features six wines which are all bright fruity wines with the varietal purity for which Chile is renowned.

Santa Serena – Sauvignon Blanc
A very clean and citrussy wine with bags of flavour and great balance. This crisp Sauvignon Blanc is wonderful to enjoy on its own or in combination with salads with creamy dressings like a Caesar salad.

Santa Serena – Chardonnay
Aromas of lively gooseberry with soft, creamy fruit. Deliciously refreshing dry white. Makes a perfect match with a nice pasta dish or a rice dish like Paella.

Santa Serena – Rose
This wine shows fresh red berry fruit character on the nose and palate, in an off-dry style which is very refreshing. Lovely to enjoy with your friends on a sunny terrace, but also beautiful in combination with mild-spiced dishes or salads.

Santa Serena – Merlot
Light, plummy notes on the nose and ripe berry fruit with soft tannins on the palate make for a very smooth and balanced wine. A lovely companion to a lamb dish in rich meat gravy with slow-cooked root vegetables.

Santa Serena – Cabernet Sauvignon
Aromas of blackcurrant fruit and a soft spicy note, with a round and rich palate and smooth finish. The robust flavours in this wine match very well with big, concentrated dishes like beef stews with rich spice-based sauces.

Pico Alto

Pico Alto captures the outdoor spirit of Chile, with fresh vibrant wines. Pico Alto means' high' or 'tall' peaks (as in the Andes...) and we hope this pair of wines hit the high notes with you too!

Pico Alto – Sauvignon Blanc
A crisp, delicate, gooseberry style wine. This Sauvignon Blanc is wonderful to enjoy on its own or in combination with salads with creamy dressings like a Caesar salad.

Pico Alto – Merlot
Lots of plums and ripe red berries with soft and sweet tannins. A lovely companion to a lamb dish in rich meat gravy with slow-cooked root vegetables.