Valparaiso | Casablanca Valley

Casablanca Winegrowers Association announces incorporation of a new General Manager. The position was assumed by Stefano Viganego, Commercial Engineer with a background in business and administration. Lover of wine and experiences related to wine tourism, he had never had the opportunity to work in the area, however, this new experience has been exciting for him.Casablanca Winegrowers Association announces incorporation of a new General Manager. The position was assumed by Stefano Viganego, Commercial Engineer with a background in business and administration. Lover of wine and experiences related to wine tourism, he had never had the opportunity to work in the area, however, this new experience has been exciting for him.

The Contest Painting the Harvest in Valparaíso Casablanca Valley is already a tradition. This instance perfectly combines art, wine, vintage and approach of vineyards to children.

Casablanca Valley is the pioneer valley for cold weather wines. Its history begins in September of 1982, next to the outstanding Enologist Pablo Morandé who impelled its formation. Its main motivation was the proximity of the coast, the existence of underground water tables and the study of vegetation in the area. Until the germination of the grasses it caught his attention, as well as the sprouting of the thorns, the crops in the peasant orchards, where there was even a vine of seed and table grapes.

Casablanca Valley stands out for being the first Premium Cool Valley, thanks to its geographical location, close to Valparaíso and the Pacific Ocean. It translates in fresh wines with a balanced acidity, along with aromas and delicate flavors. Its proximity to the coast allows most of the cuisine in restaurants of this world capital of wine, this based on seafood and fish. This gastronomy pairs perfectly with the white wines that are obtained in Casablanca Valley: so Valparaíso and Casablanca Valley are a perfect blend.

The weather did not stop the Casablanca Harvest Festival 2019 from being a success. As in previous years, thousands of people attended this celebration of wine and enjoyed the music, atmosphere and especially; best wines and sparkling wines of cold weather. The Municipal Stadium was the space chosen to host the largest winemaking event in Casablanca, an ideal place for attendees to taste different emblematic vineyards of Valley and live an unforgettable experience. People were able to enjoy more than 14 exhibiting vineyards and 80 places between gastronomy and crafts.

Valparaíso Casablanca Valley offers tourists many activities to enjoy as a couple, with friends or as a family. Nature and incredible landscapes are strong point of our wine country, for this reason vineyards offer excursions to enjoy every second the contact with vines, air and environment.

Only 40 minutes separate Viña del Mar from Casablanca, halfway between Santiago and the coast, so for some it is just a stop on the way. However, Casablanca Valley can be transformed into an unforgettable destination to live a wine experience in family.