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  1. Wines Between Two Rivers – Sarah Kirton

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    Viña Maquis has a rich history in wine production dating back to the 18th century when its vineyards were owned by the Jesuit congregation, Compañía de Jesús, in the Colchagua Valley. Notably, it was associated with former Chilean Presidents Federico Errázuriz Zañartu and Federico Errázuriz Echaurrren during the 19th century, who held cabinet meetings in the valley, leaving behind historic brick bridges. In 1916, the Hurtado family acquired the vineyard, and in 1926-1927, Engineer Ignacio Hurtado built the first winemaking and storage cellar.

    This winery, still in operation, marked the beginning of high-end wine production. In 2002, the Hurtado family initiated the construction of a modern, sustainable winery to bring out the best in Colchagua Valley’s grape varieties. Viña Maquis continues to prioritize an artisanal and manual approach to winemaking, allowing the grapes to shine with minimal intervention and the expertise of the Viña Maquis team. DeliveryRank digs a little deeper.

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  2. Impressive accolades from Tim Atkin, Master of Wine and British wine writer, for Viña Maquis.

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    Tim Atkin, one of the most important wine writers and Master of Wine from Uk gave outstanding accolades and reviews to Maquis wines,during his last vist to Chile in December 2017,

    Franco vintage 2013 and Viola vintage 2013, both icon wines, were ranked with 96 and 95 points respectively as “extraordinary wines of profound and complex character displaying all the attributes expected of a classic wine of its variety”.

    Lien, Maquis’ premium wine with 94 points was perceived as an outstanding wine of exceptional complexity and character, as well as Maquis Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon vintage 2015  with 92 points, and Maquis Gran Reserva Rosé, vintage 2017, with 91 points.

    Impressive scores which represent all the passion and care from the Maquis’ team. Unique wines coming from a unique and very special terroir in the Colchagua Valley, Chile.