Become A Wine Connoisseur

Start the morning at laura Hartwig, a small Boutique and family-run winery that produces premium wine. This vineyard is one of the newer wineries in the area, but the Hartwig family has been in the area since 1928, cultivating crops and cattle as a dairy farm. As they saw demand worldwide for great French wine, they changed their crops to Bordeaux grape varieties. They started selling their grapes to larger wineries but eventually started production on their premium blends.
Today, this family-run business offers tours around their property. It explains the process of how this small boutique produces premium blends, which are much different from that at a commercial scale. You can choose their traditional tour or the horse-drawn carriage, both include samples of their wines and a cheese board. You also have the option of just walking to enjoy the gardens and try their variety at the gift shop any time of the day.
More Information Tours begin at 10:30 AM. Reservations can be made online in advance.
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Spring/Summer) or 6:00 PM (Fall/Winter)

Open only during lunch hours, this restaurant is located and owned by the Viu Manent winery and is an experience on its own and a perfect excuse to try wines from Viu Manent. The chef creates seasonal menus from locally grown ingredients that pair perfectly with their wines. Beef is their specialty, but you can also find excellent alternatives.
Overall a great experience from start to finish; the staff is knowledgeable and happy to help you pair your lunch perfectly. If it’s not too hot outside, ask for a seat on the patio. Another great seat is near the windows with a picture-perfect view of the vineyards. Make sure you leave room for dessert; you won't be disappointed.
Reservations are required
Reservations Online
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

This is one of the oldest wineries in the area and has been able to keep up throughout the years. By looking at the Estate and the Bodegas, you’ll see how traditional adobe meets modern architecture. Here you can find a Malbec that has 100 points, which means it’s perfect according to wine experts around the world.
The wine tours focus on things that are exclusive to Neyen, such as having vines that are over 100 years old that you can get up and personal with.
Try the vertical wine tour option. You’ll go through the vineyard and visit these beautiful Centennial vines and try only one type of wine, but from different years. You’ll be able to taste how the grape from the same vine can change due to the weather differences of that particular year. Vertical wine tours are becoming more popular, and this location offers a unique experience you might not find throughout this valley.
Reservations should be made at least one day in advance for tours. Tours are available in Spanish and English daily, starting at 10:00 AM and the last tour at 4:00 PM.
Reservations Online
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 9:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Make a quick stop at the "Plaza de Armas" in the largest city in the Colchagua Valley, Santa Cruz. This church is the heart of the city and partially collapsed during the 2010 earthquake. Architects managed to restore this beautiful church with the same beautiful colonial style that was originally intended for this church. Take a look inside to admire the statues and stained-glass art work.

Chileans love a good asado or BBQ, and this region is an expert. This place offers classic Chilean beef cuts that are grilled to your liking. You can’t go wrong here with whatever you order. Start with a beautiful ceviche or grilled octopus as an appetizer. Order the Chilean salad as a side dish, which is raw onions, tomatoes, and coriander cut into feathery slices that will complement perfectly with your steak. They also offer a great selection of local wines, which doesn’t come as a surprise, but you might find new blends that you haven’t tried yet.
Reservations are not required, and the parking lot offers plenty of space.
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 12:30 PM – 11:00 PM Sundays: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM Closed Mondays

Because one night in a wine barrel just is not enough, stay one more night to complete your full day exploring wine country.