Situated in Santiago's Macul district of the Maipo valley, the Cousino family estate dates back to 1856. It is the oldest winery in Chile and was originally founded by Matias Cousiño. The Cousiño's continue to select and propagate their own vines by the French technique of "selection massale", ensuring only the best vines are sustained. The distinguishing feature of the Maipo valley is its unique climatic conditions. Its proximity to the towering Andes provides a cooling effect in the evening which enables grapes to retain high natural fruit acid levels right up to the harvest, while the fluctuations from daytime to night time temperatures promotes an excellent aroma development and optimal ripening conditions. Today, in the hands of the 6th Generation, the Cousiño family is at the forefront of Chile's wine industry. In the words of Arturo Cousiño, President, "We are committed to creating world-class wines that are, at the same time, authentically Chilean."
WHITE Riesling Dona Isidora 2004 (13.5%) * Gold Medal - Wines of Chile Awards 2005 *
Sauvignon Blanc 2005 (13.5%)
Unoaked Chardonnay 2005 (13.5%)
Sauvignon Gris 2004/05 (13.5%) Brought over from Graves in the mid 19th Century, this is a rarity for the New World. However, it has adapted superbly to the Maipo Valley and produces a richer, more exotic flavoured wine than it's cousin.
Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay 2002 (13.5%) * Best Chilean Chardonnay - Wines of Chile Awards 2005 *
RED Merlot 2004 (13.5%)
Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 (13.5%)
Merlot Reserva 2003 (13.5%)
Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 (13.5%)
Finis Terrae 1999 (13%) 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot. Aged for 1 year in New French Oak.
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