Sauvignon Blanc, an aromatic grape with a French accent, has found in the Chilean valleys an exceptional terroir where it can express its full potential.

Winemaking has, since time immemorial, been an essentially communal endeavor. From pruning to harvesting, and from treading the grapes to the pleasure of enjoying a fine glass, this ancient activity brings people together to joyfully share in the marvel of seeing grapes transform into must, and must into wine. In Chile, the collaborative culture surrounding this age-old beverage spans more than a century—though it undoubtedly began much earlier, likely with the arrival of the first wine-producing vines in the region. Men and women have taken part in this tradition, generously and selflessly contributing countless hours of wisdom over the years.

Chile, land of contrasts and cradle of fine wines, offers a variety of labels which can perfectly suit a healthy lifestyle. It has already been proved that, beyond the real delight to the palate, the moderate consumption of wines together with a healthy diet such as the Mediterranean is beneficial to health.

The last great Viña Montes’ project in the mechuque island, 1,200 kms from Santiago, northeast of Chiloe, arouse due to the family’s innovative DNA. Aurelio Montes Baseden, chairman of the vineyard, describes here his most extreme entrepreneurship.

Su proyecto estrella, el uso de energía geotérmica, les ha permitido disminuir notablemente el consumo de electricidad y gas, haciendo la operación mucho más eficiente y amigable con el medio ambiente.