I had such a good experience in Vina Cousiño Macul. I loved the place itself, it was so pretty. Not…read moretoo big, not too small, it was perfect. The wine was to die for. The service was exceptional. Worth the travel & the experience!

Very pretty vineyard within easy taxi ride of a subway stop …read more We got a private tour as we were the only English speakers for the tour time. Detailed tour, knowledgeable guide and generous pours of 5 wines at the end.

This is the second oldest winery in Chile founded in 1856. Used to be 1000 hectors large but now…read moreit's about 100 quite interesting thing is that it is located right in the middle of the city. Before arriving I thought I was lost because I could not understand how that would be a winery in the middle of the city, but it was, and it is really beautiful. The staff here was so sweet and I tasted some really really good wines at a fraction of the cost of those in California. I'm talking $10-$20 bottles that are absolutely fantastic. You will enjoy this place.

I enjoyed the wines here and getting to tour a winery that, unlike the ones in CA, wasn't built in…read morethe past 20-50 years. There's almost 150 years of history behind this place, and the facilities and wines show that. What made my visit even more enjoyable was doing it through La Biciclete Verde (https://labicicletaverde.com/tour/bike-wine-tour-cousino-macul-vineyard/), which pairs a tour of the winery with a bike tour of the vineyards, including a tasting under the trees and a tasting after the tour. Wines: I loved the Sauvignon Gris, which I'd never tried before. It tasted like a crisper and even less sweet Sauv. Blanc. I really enjoyed the Chardonnay, which is unusual for me. I found the Syrah to be very good. But my favorite was the Lota red blend, which I had an opportunity to try in their wine bar, and absolutely worth the ~$15 for a glass (the bottles retail for about $80). Facilities: With that 150 years of history, there are buildings here that have survived from day one, severe Chilean earthquakes notwithstanding. The wines aren't aged in the original cellars anymore due to a mold that's taken hold in them, but because of Chile's antiquities laws, all of the original fermentation vessels remain, as well as endless rows of barrels down in the dungeons. There's an impressive combination of the new (modern PLC-controlled stainless steel processing equipment) on grounds hosting some 80+ year old vines that are still watered by redirected streams from the Andes. The People: Our guide Adriane was very informative and gave the tour in a Spanish that I could completely understand (the Chilean dialect can be difficult to those of us so used to the Mexican variety). The wine bar staff were very helpful in answering additional questions, and of course, providing that lovely, decanted Lota red. Getting There: An easy 30 min Metro ride from greater central Santiago, followed by a ~$5 cab ride, which is even cheaper if you get off at the right stop. And for leaving, an employee was giving ~$1.50 rides back to the Metro in her Chrysler minivan.

Our server, José, was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly with explaining our wine flight…read more(classic) and the characteristics/ history of each wine. We also ordered drinks (wine pairing by recommendation) with dinner (salmon with orange glaze) and dessert (chocolate crème brûlée) after the tasting and the total per person came out to around $70 USD. We were incredibly satisfied with the wine, food, and service, especially with how well we were accommodated in English. 100/10, will come back again.

Pamela was terrific! Awesome recs for the best Chilean food and wines. A great way to spend an…read moreafternoon in a gem of a neighborhood. Do it!!!

The best place to get pipeño, a sweet artesian "wine" (I say wine in quotes because it is…read moretechnically not wine -- it is more of fermented grape juice). Keep in mind, for those who are avid pipeño drinkers, at Las Pipas de Einstein, they serve the "real deal". This is not the sketchy pipeño that is normally sold in Santiago, this pipeño comes straight from the "campo" - non-distilled, sweet deliciousness. For those who still don't quite get it, it is Chile's version of moon shine, but at Las Pipas they have the best selection. Las Pipas sells both white and red pipeño and is the center of attention during Chile's independence day in Santiago. White Pipeño is most commonly used in Chile's traditional drink (mostly drunk during independence day) the Terremoto. During the Vendimia and the independence day this shop is packed, but on a regular day you can come in and get what you need without waiting too long -- I suggest coming in the evenings. Tip: Ask to try before you by...they will give you a mini taste test! A must during the "fiestas patrias", just remember the pipeño jugs are huge! (like Pirates of the Caribbean style)