{"title":"Matetic Vineyards | San Antonio","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Matetic Biodynamic Vineyard Chile\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_52739cea-e074-4200-8af9-c7eab9b0f0cb.jpg?v=1529961815\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c2\"\u003eThe Matetic family has a history of settling in new territory and making a success of agriculture. In 1892, the current members’ ancestors made the long journey by sea from the Croatian coast to Punta Arenas on the southern tip of Chile. They soon acquired large haciendas for sheep and dairy farming. It was only in 1999 that the fourth generation of Chilean Matetic made the move into winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c2\"\u003eAfter a detailed study of the terroir, Jorge Matetic Hartard and his relatives decided to plant vineyards in a previously overlooked side valley of the San Antonio appellation - Rosario. Just 15km from the Pacific Ocean, the rolling hills of Rosario Valley benefits from cooling sea breezes and huge swings in temperature. Well drained, quartz-sandy soil requires vines to dig their roots deep into the ground (up to four metres) to find water and nutrients, making for low yields and high-quality fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eBiodynamic viticulture is one of the eco-friendly practices Matetic follows in its winemaking - it is also certified organic and sustainable as well as biodynamic. Regarding the Rosario Valley as a single organism, the team works hard to maintain the health of the ground (using Rudolf Steiner’s preparations of quartz, manure, herbs etc in cow horns but only using indigenous materials), the crops and the varied animal life in the ecosystem. Grape pomace is added to compost from the restaurant to be reused in the vineyards, as is water which has been used to clean barrels. And in human terms, local people make up the majority of staff, and the winery sells woollen and other craft goods made by artisans nearby. It’s all part of a philosophy that aims to make winemaking a venture which will benefit the family and its neighbours for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eEnvironmental responsibility continues into the winery itself, which was completed in 2003. Designed by Laurence Odfjell, the Norwegian shipping magnate and trained architect, who also built his family’s own winery in Chile, it has been described as the 'incredible disappearing winery' because of the way it blends with its setting. Despite its large capacity - 600,000 litres in fermentation, 1,800 barrels in the cellars - the processes are as gentle and unintrusive as in the vineyards, with gravitational flow the only way wine moves around the building. This allows head winemaker Julio Bastias and consultant Rodrigo Soto to produce wines with wonderful harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eMatetic produce wine under three differing labels. Corralillo is the name of a very old wine cellar that used to be in El Rosario Valley, where wines of the ancient “País” grape were once made. These wines - Gewurztraminer, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère and the Winemakers Blend (Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc) express this frontier-pushing terroir with great individuality and draw from plots in Maipo, near Santiago, and Colchagua further south, as well as San Antonio. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eThe EQ range of wines takes its name from the word EQUILIBRIO (Spanish word for Balance) and represents the commitment to nature, by pursuing a perfect balance between the grapevines, soil and climate of the vineyards. EQ offers balanced wines with outstanding quality and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eThe Matetic family pioneered the development of Syrah under the cool climate of the San Antonio Valley. Planted in the ancient granitic soils found on their Rosario vineyard, the grapes ripen slowly, yielding unique and intense flavors. The biodynamic agriculture practiced allows grapevines to preserve their natural balance and express their authentic characteristics. Coming from only 2 selected sectors planted on very gentle slopes and with a limited production of 300 cases per year the Matetic label is truly an exceptional biodynamic wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"c1\"\u003eMATETIC VINEYARDS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-pinot-noir-san-antonio-valley","title":"Matetic Corralillo Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Matetic Corralillo Pinot Noir grapes are sourced from the estate’s own vineyards in the San Antonio Valley. All aspects of the vineyards management are done using Biodynamic principles, in order to obtain high-quality grapes, with a real sense of place alongside a great varietal expression. \u003c\/span\u003eWith an intense and profound red colour, this Pinot Noir shows on the nose aromas of red fruit, strawberries and raspberries, some blueberries along with a subtle spicy note that is distinctive to this variety. The palate is rich with elegant and soft tannins, vibrant acidity and a long and juicy aftertaste.[#intro]Elegant Pinot Noir with soft tannins, vibrant acidity and a juicy, long aftertaste...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14207648202810,"sku":"A23MATETICCPN-1","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Corralillo_Pinot_Noir.jpg?v=1538550712"},{"product_id":"matetic-eq-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley","title":"Matetic EQ Coastal Sauvignon Blanc 2021","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eMatetic’s EQ Coastal Sauvignon Blanc is made from grapes which are all farmed organically and biodynamically, and come from vineyards planted on the gentle slopes of “Valle Hermoso” in Chile's Casablanca Valley, located just 13 km from the Pacific Ocean. This example of Sauvignon Blanc is a very pale yellow-coloured wine with green hues. On the nose a complex and delicate mix of mature tropical fruit such as mango and lychee stands out. The palate is concentrated, fruity, fresh and very tasty, and the mineral quality persists with the log vibrant finish.[#intro]A concentrated, fruity, fresh and very tasty biodynamic \u0026amp; organic Sauvignon Blanc...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":14208425328698,"sku":"A22MATETICEQCSB-1","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add 6 Bottles (Save 5%)","offer_id":22460996452410,"sku":"A22MATETICEQCSB-2","price":94.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/EQ_Coastal_Sauvignon.jpg?v=1575467110"},{"product_id":"matetic-coralillo-sauvignon-blanc-san-anotonio-valley","title":"Matetic Corralillo Sauvignon Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eThe Corralillo Sauvignon Blanc from Matetic is made with three different clones of Sauvignon Blanc planted in different blocks of their coastal-climate vineyards located in the San Antonio Valley. All the grapes in each block were harvested by hand. After sorting, some of the grapes were destemmed and underwent a cold soak for 6 to 8 hours, others were pressed as whole bunches, looking for a wine with great aromatic intensity, mouthfeel and freshness. Fermentation was held at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks of different sizes for 30 days, afterwards, the fine lees were stirred periodically for 3 months to increase the aromatic complexity and mouthfeel. The Corralillo Sauvignon Blanc is pale bright yellow in colour with green hues. The nose offers herbal and citric aromas such as grapefruit alongside tropical fruits such as mango and papaya. In the mouth it offers a fresh and juicy acidity, great volume with an elegant and balanced long finish.[#intro]An intensely aromatic wine full of tropical \u0026amp; citrus characters with a juicy finish...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14208735477818,"sku":"A23MATETICCSB-1","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Corralillo_Sauvignon_Blanc.jpg?v=1538550828"},{"product_id":"matetic-eq-quartz-chardonnay","title":"Matetic EQ Quartz Chardonnay 2023","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eFruit for the Matetic EQ Quartz Chardonnay is sourced from the estates own organic and biodynamic vineyards grown in the Rosario Valley. The grapes were harvested by hand, and once at the winery cooled and submitted to further strict bunch selection. They were pressed softly and fermentation was carried out in different size French, Burgundy oak barrels (some new oak). Only native yeast was used to ferment and in this way the wine achieve a real expression of the vineyard, increasing the complexity and elegance of the final mixture. The wine was aged in barrels on fine lees for 12 months with 6 months lees stirring to get volume, roundness and a well-integrated wood aroma. The EQ Quartz Chardonnay is brilliant yellow in colour. On the nose it offers citric and tropical fruit aromas that blend beautifully with flavours of honey and peaches, along with its distinct salty minerality. On the palate it is a full, voluptuous wine displaying freshness and volume.[#intro]A full, voluptuous biodynamic and organic Chardonnay from leading Chilean producer Matetic...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14209077084218,"sku":"A23MATETICEQCHD-1","price":19.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/EQ_Chardonnay.jpg?v=1583946273"},{"product_id":"matetic-eq-granite-pinot-noir","title":"Matetic EQ Granite Pinot Noir 2021","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eThe Matetic EQ Granite Pinot Noir has its origin in the Casablanca Valley, 6 miles from the Pacific Ocean. This vineyard is managed according to organic and Biodynamic principles in every stage of vine growing, producing high-quality grapes with a strong sense of place. Matured for 14 months in French oak the EQ Granite Pinot Noir is an intense violet-red in colour, displaying aromas of red fruit, cherries and strawberries with earthy, mineral notes. The palate is delicate, complex and concentrated, with well-balanced acidity and supple tannins.[#intro]An award winning cool climate Pinot Noir produced according to organic and biodynamic principles...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14209370488890,"sku":"A21MATETICEQPN-1","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/EQ_Pinot_Noir.jpg?v=1583948377"},{"product_id":"matetic-eq-cool-climate-syrah","title":"Matetic EQ Cool Climate Syrah 2018","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eGrapes for the Matetic EQ Cool Climate Syrah are sourced from Biodynamic vineyards located in the El Rosario Valley. Matured for 18 to 20 months in French oak the EQ Syrah is a deep, dark violet in colour displaying bold black fruit aromas with scents of violets, spices and black pepper. The palate shows a perfect balance of fresh, vibrant acidity and a smooth and elegant texture. Once decanted and aerated the wine’s aromas will open up, expressing further its complexity and intensity.[#intro]A smooth, complex, cool-climate Syrah sourced from biodynamic vineyards...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14209843560506,"sku":"A18MATETICEQSHZ-1","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/EQ_Syrah.jpg?v=1583949429"},{"product_id":"matetic-coralillo-syrah-san-antonio-valley","title":"Matetic Corralillo Syrah 2022","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Matetic Corralillo Syrah is a very deep purple colour with intense varietal aromas of red fruits, violets and pepper balanced with notes of chocolate and spices given off by its time spent in French oak (12 months). The palate has substantial body and intensity, balanced and complex, with long lasting tannins and a long and juicy finish.[#intro]A finely structured, intense and complex Syrah...[\/intro]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14210362048570,"sku":"A22MATETICCSHZ-1","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/CorralilloSyrahBottle.jpg?v=1611683361"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-carmenere","title":"Matetic Corralillo Carménère 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Matetic Corralillo Carménère comes from the Colchagua valley, specifically Apalta, from vineyards located in hillsides with great exposure to the sun. The vineyard is managed under biodynamic farming principles, being a very specific management in terms of fertility, search of balance between ripeness and varietal expression, and fruit concentration. \u003c\/span\u003eThe wine was aged for 18 months in French oak, coming from different cooperages, forests and toasting levels. The final blend included a small portion of Syrah from San Antonio, to add freshness and complexity. Deep violet in colour\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ethe wine is very intense on the nose, where notes of black fruits, chocolate and spices combine. In the mouth it offers a good balance between power and freshness, great volume and with an intense, long aftertaste.[#intro]Black fruits, chocolate \u0026amp; spices combine on a smooth and silky palate...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32293272617027,"sku":"A24MATETICCCAR-1","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Corralillo_Carmenere.jpg?v=1547042804"},{"product_id":"matetic-syrah-san-antonio-valley-chile","title":"Matetic Syrah 2017","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003eThe Matetic Syrah is made from hand-picked grapes that undergo a strict bunch and berry selection process to attain the best quality fruit for the wine. After fermentation the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 20 months before being bottled without filtration. The bottled wine is then aged for a further 12 Months in the Matetic cellars before being released for sale. The Matetic Syrah is a very dark, deep violet colour, with an expressive nose of pepper, violets, moist earth, meats, spices, chocolate and soft menthol notes. The palate has great balance between an acidic freshness and sweet velvety hints that give off their soft and powerful tannins at the same time. The flavours confirm the complexity felt in the nose, filling the mouth with balance and finesse, leaving a prolonged end. This wine has a great potential for ageing.[#intro]A serious expression of Syrah from the Chilean masters of Biodynamics - Matetic...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14214844284986,"sku":"A17MATETICSHZ-1","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Matetic_Syrah.jpg?v=1538551332"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-gewurztraminer-san-antonio-valley","title":"Matetic Corralillo Gewürztraminer 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matetic Gewürztraminer vineyards are planted in the San Antonio Valley wine region on lower slopes in an area that tends to be very cold, which leads to slow maturation of the bunches allowing for the development of great aromatic expression. This wine has a clear, pale yellow colour, with an expressive floral nose of rose petals, as well as grapefruit, tropical fruits, lychee and crisp ginger. Concentrated, clear and full-bodied on the palate, with some creamy ripe fruit, that leaves a long, fresh, intense finish.[#intro]Concentrated with creamy ripe fruits and a long intense finish...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22460854140986,"sku":"A23MATETICCGWZ-1","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/CorralilloGewurztraminerBottle.jpg?v=1611679163"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"Matetic Corralillo Cabernet Sauvignon 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matetic Corralillo Cabernet Sauvignon comes from some of the best vineyards in the Valle de Maipo region of Chile, characterised by the fresh breezes of the Andean mountains that temper the heat of the valley. The alluvial, well-drained soils of this region perfectly suit the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Matured for sixteen months in French oak barrels this is a rich, classic style of Cabernet with lifted menthol notes mingling with red berry fruit, as well as gentle smoke and spice hues. The palate is concentrated, with smooth tannins and long-lasting fruit on the finish. [#intro]A rich and concentrated style of Cabernet with smooth tannins \u0026amp; juicy long finish...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32293323178051,"sku":"A19MATETICCORRCS-1","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/CorralilloCabernetSauvignonBottle.jpg?v=1611686617"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-riesling","title":"Matetic Corralillo Riesling 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eCorralillo is the name of a very old wine cellar that used to be located in Chile's El Rosario Valley and is where wines of the ancient “País” grape were once made. To honour the tradition of their terroir, Matetic chose the name Corralillo and its symbol for its labels. The Matetic Corralillo Riesling is crafted from grapes grown on the Santo Tomas vineyard, located in the Casablanca Valely, which benefits greatly from its unique marine influence. The grapes were hand-picked and processed in the Matetic gravity-flow winery. The wine was kept on its lees for 3 months. Bright yellow in colour this Riesling displays intense fruit and floral aromas, with notes of apricot and subtle citrus tones and notes of petrol so typical of the grape variety. Great freshness and volume on the palate, mineral and saline, with a long persistent finish.[#intro]This organic \u0026amp; biodynamic Chilean Riesling displays great aromatic intensity and freshness...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matetic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40493147226179,"sku":"A25MATETICCORIESLING","price":15.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/RieslingBt.jpg?v=1682598057"},{"product_id":"matetic-corralillo-garnacha","title":"Matetic Corralillo Garnacha 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Corralillo Garnacha is a relatively new red wine addition to the Matetic portfolio. The organic grapes for this wine are sourced from Matetic's 'Santo Tomás' vineyard in the Casablanca Valley, a terroir with a coastal climate and granite soil, ideal for achieving a fresh and elegant style of Grenache. At the winery, after fermentation the wine was aged for 14 months in French oak barrels (2nd to 4th use). The wine is ruby red in colour and the nose is fresh and herbal, with notes of raspberries and fresh cherries, as well as an earthy and mineral touch. The palate is juicy with well balanced acidity and subtle spiciness. 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