Itata Valley Vineyards & Wineries Tour

Discover the great winemaking tradition of the Chilean Itata Valley on this tour from Concepción. You'll also learn about local artisanry & taste the area's typical drink, chupilca!

Itata Valley Vineyards & Wineries Tour

At 9 am, we'll depart from your hotel in Concepción towards the Itata Valley, one of the main wine-growing areas of central Chile.

We'll first visit a traditional winery in Portezuelo, located north of the confluence of the Ñuble and Itata rivers. During our vineyard tour, we'll learn about the origins of this cultivation, imported to Chile by the Jesuits over 200 years ago.

In these vineyards, we'll see 3 different grape varieties: País, Cinsault, and Moscatel. Each variety produces grapes with distinct nuances, which we'll distinguish during a wine tasting at the winery. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to taste chupilca, a local drink made from red wine and toasted flour.

The next stop will be in Chillán, where we'll visit its traditional market showcasing local handicrafts. You'll have an hour free for lunch in town, followed by a visit to a vineyard in Bulnes.

Here, we'll explore the types of vines grown and taste the wines produced at the cellar. After this tasting, we'll return to your hotel in Concepción, with arrival scheduled for 10 pm.