Fanoa

Fanoa is a family-owned Chilean winery located in Colchagua Valley. The Colchagua Valley has a cool-temperate climate with Mediterranean-type weather. It has a high altitude and good drainage system. The valley’s climate is largely influenced by its geographical position and elevation - it is surrounded by mountains on three sides and enjoys a monsoon-like climate for the most part of the year.

Grape Varieties of Colchagua Valley

The Colchagua valley is located at the bottom of the Chilean Andes in Chile. The Andes range affects some of the most important aspects of wine production in this region. These include climate, soil quality, and terroir. The valley has a well-balanced climate which allows for a wide range of grape varietals to be grown in the region. Colchagua produces wines as varied as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay.

Fanoa Winery is Certified Organic Wine Producers

Organic wine producers are a growing segment of the wine industry. Certified organic wine production is the use of natural processes in an environmentally sustainable manner. These producers are producing high-quality wines that are healthier for consumers and better for the world. Certified organic wine production uses only certified organic grapes, and water is drawn from deep wells or natural sources. There is a strict prohibition on the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. In order to keep the vineyard free of unwanted pests and diseases, the producers must rotate their crops yearly in order to avoid the overuse of any type of pesticide.