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Experience the history of winemaking and savor exquisite wines in a family-run winery. in Canelones, Uruguay
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Bodegas Castillo Viejo is a family-owned winery established by French Basque immigrants in Uruguay in 1910. Founded in 1927, it is now managed by the third and fourth generations of the Etcheverry family, ensuring a rich legacy of winemaking.
Your tour will be guided by the winery's skilled winemaker, who specializes in wine tourism and is a proud member of the Etcheverry family.
The experience begins in our experimental vineyard, where you can see eight grape varieties, with Tannat being the standout, as it is Uruguay's signature grape. Next, visit our Open Sky Museum, showcasing the evolution of winemaking machinery from the 1920s to today.
Continue to the fermentation plant, featuring 60 concrete vats with a total capacity of one million liters. Here, our oenologist will explain the fermentation process and the equipment used at each stage.
The tour concludes in the Sensory Analysis Room, where you can experience various aromatic patterns found in wine.
Finally, enjoy a tasting session in the historic Cava Subterranea, dating back to 1927. Sample one white wine and four red wines, paired with artisan empanadas and a selection of cheeses and cold cuts. This is a perfect way to appreciate the flavors of our wines and the craftsmanship behind them.
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Situated in the picturesque San José Department, Castillo Viejo Winery spans 54 hectares of lush vineyards, where renowned grape varieties thrive. This Uruguayan winery benefits from a pristine ecosystem, offering unique conditions for producing exceptional wines that reflect the region's character.
Read more about Bodegas Castillo ViejoUruguay wine country is the fourth-largest wine producer in South America. The country is best known for the red wines produced from the Tannat grape variety as well as white wines produced from Albariño.
Explore UruguayThe Canelones wine region is located northeast of the capital Montevideo and is home to most of Uruguay’s vineyards. Canelones wine region is considered the epicentre of winemaking in Uruguay.
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