NEWS
CATEGORIAS
15/10/2020
All about our Organic Sauvignon Blanc
We are facing a significant change in consumer behaviour. More than ever, we are aware and concerned about our environmental impact and personal health; and that is why consumers have gradually demanded products that are as natural as possible in every category: clothing items, beauty and cleaning products, food and of course, wine. The global trend points towards the consumption of organic products, and the wine industry is no exception: today it is easier to find a vegan and organic wine, than it was a few years ago. Characteristics of an organic wine The production of an organic wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or any other variety, involves minimal or no intervention of artificial agents in the entire manufacturing process, from vineyard to bottling. In other words, it is a more natural wine, made in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem....
See more
13/10/2020
"Cono Sur: making a positive impact" by Decanter
Read the original piece here. Sustainability, organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking may now be long-established terms, but Cono Sur's foresight ensured such ideals were an intrinsic part of its business when it was established in 1993. These long-term goals began to be realised with the move into organic farming in 2000. Today Cono Sur owns more than 300ha of organic vineyards San Antonio Valley and Colchagua Valley, in addition to transitioning vineyards over to organics on its El Encanto estate in Aconcagua Valley plus exploring organic possibilities in BÃo BÃo Valley. Cono Sur further commits itself to a raft of initiatives aimed at minimising the effect wine production has on the land, and employs a team of staff dedicated to this aim. ‘We are always developing projects to reduce our environmental impact,'...
See more
25/05/2020
The differences between organic, biodynamic and natural wines
The industries are changing their manufacturing towards a more environmentally friendly solution. A trend that is on the rise. The winemaking industry is also changing the way they grow the grapes and vinify their wines, opting for eco-friendly alternatives. Today we will discuss three "green" wines alternatives: organic, biodynamic and natural wines. What is an organic wine? Just like any other organic product, organic grapes are produced without any synthetic chemicals that are typically used in conventional agriculture: pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, that may be toxic to both consumers and the environment. If the vines require the application of any product, that product has to be natural and certified. For example, any fertilizers or pesticides used have to be 100% natural, and not chemical. There are four companies in Chile that...
See more
25/05/2020
Discover the best food pairings for Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is one of the most sophisticated red varieties there is. Its flavor is unique and distinctive; it also has a different texture, color and aroma when compared to other popular red varieties. Originated in the French region of Burgundy, this wine outstands for its ruby red color, which may turn orange as it ages. It presents floral and red fruit aromas, on the palate it is usually a fresh wine with good acidity. Pinot Noir in Chile In Chile, Pinot Noir has found the perfect climatic conditions to thrive in Casablanca, San Antonio and Bio Bio valleys, delivering wines that are recognized worldwide for their quality and structure. Chilean Pinot Noir is unique and expressive, with notes of cherry and strawberry, in addition to spices like thyme and bay leaf. Due to Chile's complex the grape matures slower creating balanced...
See more