Concha y Toro Winery
- Address: Ruta G-45 (Avenida Virginia Subercaseaux), Pirque
- Hours: Open daily, reservations required
- Admission: Ch7000
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Good Place to Drink,
Walking/Hiking,
Winery
Chile is justly famed for its wine, and no Chilean vintage is better known than Concha y Toro. Founded just south of Santiago in 1883 by Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, a politician who was clearly a man of the people, this respected winery now has vineyards all over Chile. The original, with its evocative stone cellars and photogenic fields, is still in Pirque.
Just outside Santiago's spreading city limits, this pastoral spot is the most convenient of all the Chilean vineyards to visit. The tour, available in Spanish, English, and other languages, takes you through the historic old buildings and into the modern era of winemaking, explaining both the science and artistry of the endeavor.
Today, Concha y Toro Winery produces some 20 million cases of excellent wine, most for export. Two glasses are complimentary with your tour, along with traditional tapas. Many more are available in the shop.
Latest Reviews
Review by Karen C, November 2012
Doing what: Cousino Macul and Concha y Toro Wineries Day Trip from Santiago
Jorge was our tour guide, and we shared the tour with another couple who spoke another language- poor Jorge had to say everything twice! But it was a lovely day and the wineries were fabulous.
Review by Bobby S, October 2012
Doing what: Cousino Macul and Concha y Toro Wineries Day Trip from Santiago
Very enjoyable and relaxing. Convenient pickup time from our hotel, informative guided tours in English, and excellent wines offered for tasting. Lunch stop had great Chilean food and music. Pace was good and an overall memorable experience.
Review by Andrew J, October 2012
Doing what: Cousino Macul and Concha y Toro Wineries Day Trip from Santiago
We really loved this trip. Even though you only visit two vineyards, they were definitely worth it. The restaurant where lunch is had at is really nice too. I would do this tour again.
Practical Info
Chile's most commercially successful wine producer has several vineyards, but most people visit historic Concha y Toro Winery in Pirque, 27 kilometers (17 miles) south of Santiago de Chile proper.
While most visitors book a day tour, including transport and English-speaking guides, you can do it on your own. Make reservations in advance. If you haven't rented a car, you can take the metro L4 line to Plaza de Puente Alto, from which blue public buses leave for Pirque. Tell the driver to drop you off at the vineyard entrance. Admission includes 2 glasses of wine, a snack, and a complimentary glass.
