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To the north of Itata, but just 200km South of Santiago, is the Curico Valley, a large, diverse valley with 1,484 hectares under vine. Over 30 different grape varieties can be found here, but most notably are Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Sauvignon Blanc, and Syrah.

The valley’s modern history begins in the 1970’s when Miguel Torres first explored the area and introduced the first stainless steel tank to Chile. This encouraged a flurry of foreign investment which led to increased plantings and exploration of suitable grape varieties for the area. Curico boasts a Mediterranean climate, though it is shielded from the ocean’s influence by Chile’s coastal range.

Because of this, the conditions on the valley floor and on the Andes Mountains play an important role as the plantings are spread across these areas. Soils are composed of clay, sand, and decomposed granite which, combined with the climate, make it an ideal region for Sauvignon Blanc and powerful red wines.

– Description from Constance Chamberlain

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San Pedro 'Castillo de Molina' Sauvignon Blanc Elqui Valley Chile (2010)

Winery: Viña San Pedro
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley » Molina
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Color: White Wines
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Jake Pippin

This is a fantastic wine for under $15. The grapes are grown in Chile's Elqui valley, which is one of the most northern limits of production in Chile. The slight minerality on the nose gives way to a wine of rich depth. The battonage process on this wi...

Alpha Apalta Vineyard Montes Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley (2008)

Winery: Montes
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
Type: Table Wines
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joebernardinoATyahoo

Nice cab, maybe a bit overpriced at $18. Oak, blackberry, firm tannins provide a smooth finish with a bit of eucalyptus. A little anise, vanilla, and bitter herbs in the background (made me think of Zwack Unicum). Maybe needs more time in the bottle. I...

Castillo de Molina Cabernet Sauvignon Lontué Valley Reserva Viña San Pedro S.a (2006)

Winery: Castillo de Molina
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley » Lontué Valley
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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rar8888

I picked this up for $7 at my local wine store and it is a wonderful find. There are lots of bright red cherry flavors, vanilla and leather notes. I am very impressed with this wine for the price.

Castillo de Molina Pinot Noir Reserva Vina San Ped Curico Valley Lontue Valley Chile

Winery: Castillo de Molina
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley » Molina
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Type: Table Wines
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rhill2990

I liked this Pinot. This is a nice fruit forward Pinot. I will be looking for this one again.

Montes Red Bordeaux Blend Colchagua Valley Alpha M (2008)

Winery: Montes
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Varietal: Chardonnay
Type: Table Wines
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Gregory Dal Piaz

Damson plums, dried flowers, dried herbs old leather and medicinal tinged aromas of mint and licorice fill the glass along with a touch of VA. Decidedly supple if still bright in the mouth, the tannins have really integrated very well here leaving lots...

Montes Merlot Colchagua Valley Alpha (2004)

Winery: Montes
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Varietal: Merlot
Type: Table Wines
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WineFlyer

1) Excellent Crimson Red Bright ruby Colour. Good Legs 2) Bouquet of Plum, Spice and Red berries and chocolate 3) Palate: Soft with Plum, spice and hint of strawberry, Cherry and mint. Good hint of Oak and Tobacco. 4) V well balanced with Excellent ...

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Aresti Merlot Reserva
Winery: Aresti
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Braised Lamb Shanks with Mint-Parsley Pesto

Borrowing from the classic combo of lamb served with mint jelly, this comforting dish braises the lesser-used cut of lamb shank until fork tender, then brightens it all up with a mint-orange pesto.... Read more »

Gato Negro Cabernet-Merlot
Winery: Gato
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley » Lontué Valley

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Lamb Meatballs with Lemon-Cumin Yogurt

Fresh mint and cilantro pair with the classic Mediterranean spices of cinnamon, cumin, and coriander to liven up ground lamb and plain yogurt. To prepare these as a main course, form larger meatbal... Read more »

Merlot Curicó
Winery: Viña Errazuriz
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Color: Red Wines

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Baked Kibbeh

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Torres Santa Digna Merlot Reserva
Winery: Miguel Torres Chile
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Stout-Braised Lamb Shanks

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Castillo de Molina Merlot Reserva
Winery: Viña San Pedro
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley » Lontué Valley
Type: Table Wines

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World's Best Lasagna

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Junta Merlot Reserve Momentos
Winery: Junta
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Irish Beef Stew

This traditional Irish beef stew recipe , a favorite on St. Patrick's Day, is made distinctive by the combination of seasonings that are used in the stew and by the addition of stout beer, which gi... Read more »

Aresti Merlot Estate Selection
Winery: Aresti
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Military S.O.S. Feasty Style

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San Nicolas Merlot Reserve Maigo
Winery: San Nicolas
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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World's Best Lasagna Recipe - Food.com - 100679

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Casa del Toro Cab Sauv/Merlot
Winery: Casa del Toro
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Sausage, Beef and Bean Casserole

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Aresti Merlot Montemar
Winery: Aresti
Region: Chile » Central Valley » Curico Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks in Red Wine

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Varietals Produced in Curico Valley View all

  • Sauvignon Blanc

    Sauvignon Blanc is widely grown in California -- at over 15,000 acres, it’s now the third most planted variety -- and...

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    “King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...

  • Carmenère

    History of the grape: Carmenère was once widely planted in Bordeaux’s Medoc for its deep color and unique gaminess. I...

  • Pinot Noir

    “With so voluptuous a perfume, so sweet an edge, they make the blood run hot,” Joel Fleischman, wine columnist at Van...

  • Chardonnay

    British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...

  • Merlot

    The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...

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  • Castillo de Molina

    Castillo de Molina a reserve wine with an excellent history of quality and innovation that invite...

  • Montes

    One of Chile’s most renowned winemakers – Auriello Montes Sr. – blazed the path of bringing his...

  • Aresti

    Aresti Wine of Chile is a family-owned winery that was founded in 1951, when Vicente Aresti and h...

  • Viña Echeverría

    I have fallen in LOVE with the reds out of this vineyard in the Cohchugua Valley of Chile. Their ...

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  • Aurelio Montes Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

    April 2010

    Aurelio Montes Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

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    Wine review by dombac


  • 58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

    April 2010

    58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

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    I first tried this in-store, out of a little plastic cup, on a Friday night after a long week of grueling officework. I was not expecting to like a sauvignon blanc anything. I wanted red. Then this aroma -- a vegetable aroma, but very crisp, fresh, hit my nose. I tasted. At first, "pear" appeared ... but no. It's green pepper picked fresh from t... Read More

    Wine review by calleighpat


  • Miguel Torres Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Vale Do Curico 2000

    April 2010

    Miguel Torres Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Vale Do Curico 2000

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    Wine review by FernandoCabada


  • 58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

    March 2010

    58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

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    One of the best sauvignon blanc values on the market. This and the fournier sauvignon blanc are the best under $10. Read More

    Wine review by JNazarian


  • Sierra Grande Merlot 2007

    March 2010

    Sierra Grande Merlot 2007

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    Deep colour, ripe plum and berry fruit aromas. Warm and supple on the palate with rich fruit and soft tannins. The wine has a silky texture with juicy upfront fruit and followed through with a good tannic backbone, black liquorice and berry fruit to finish. Enjoy with a good steak or piece of rare lamb. This wine definitely goes on the 'must hav... Read More

    Wine review by peterevans


  • Castillo de Molina Pinot Noir Reserva 2007

    March 2010

    Castillo de Molina Pinot Noir Reserva 2007

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    Wine review by trifonzarezan


  • Concha Y Toro Sauvignon Blanc Valle del Maule Late Harvest 2005

    March 2010

    Concha Y Toro Sauvignon Blanc Valle del Maule Late Harvest 2005

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    Great sweet, but not syrupy dessert wine. Good with or without desserts or sweets. Very fruit forward and full of honey tastes. Don't chill it too much, the crisp fruit flavors come through better if only slightly chilled. Read More

    Wine review by wnelvrs


  • Sagrada Famila Trileka Carmenere 2009

    March 2010

    Sagrada Famila Trileka Carmenere 2009

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    Excellent bouquet: blackberry, pepper, a hint of oakmoss. Starts off very bright and sweet, but mellows to a riper, deeper bouquet approaching a profile Cabernet, but mellower.Decent palate: lacking the sweetness suggested by the bouquet, the wine offers a quiet palate of sour blackberry and cedar with hints of alcohol.Excellent price: my bottle... Read More

    Wine review by Bubba05


  • 58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

    March 2010

    58242 Echeverria Sauvignon Blanc 2009

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    Wine review by Elkay 10


  • Apaltagua Pinot Noir Estate Bottled 2012

    March 2010

    Apaltagua Pinot Noir Estate Bottled 2012

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    Kind of crazy, all the pinots tasted great this night. Read More

    Wine review by Drunk as a Skunk


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