Casablanca world class wines, 4 vineyards & Tanino lunch stop

The best part of this day is the variety. You visit three very different wineries, not three copies of the same polished cellar, then finish with lunch among the vines at Tanino Restaurant. The route also passes through the farming country of the Curacaví Valley, giving you a better sense of central Chile beyond Santiago.

I like the small-group format, the air-conditioned vehicle, and the fact that hotel pickup and drop-off are included. I also like the relaxed timing at each winery, about 1 hour and 15 minutes, which leaves room for tasting, touring, asking questions, and buying bottles without feeling rushed. The main drawback is cost: at $149 per person, lunch is extra, and Tanino can be expensive by Chilean standards.

Key points to know before you book

• Three tasting stops, one lunch stop: Emiliana, Viñamar, and Bodegas RE include wine tastings. Casas del Bosque is reserved for lunch at Tanino.
• A full day outside Santiago: The tour begins around 8:00 a.m. and lasts about nine hours, including driving, winery visits, free time, and lunch.
• A useful mix of wine styles: You can taste organic wines, biodynamic wines, sparkling wines, still wines, unusual blends, whites, reds, and Pinot Noir.
• Small groups matter here: The maximum is 15 people, so the day is more personal than a large coach excursion.
• Your guide shapes the experience: Guides such as Cristián, Julio, Daniel, Marcelo, Ignacio, Joao, Mauricio, and Nacho have been praised for local stories, good timing, and easy conversation.
• Monday has a change: Emiliana is closed on Mondays, so the visit switches to Veramonte organic vineyard.

Leaving Santiago for the Curacaví Valley

Your day starts around 8:00 a.m. with hotel pickup in Santiago. The drive is part of the experience, not just dead time between stops. As you leave the city, the road enters the fertile Curacaví Valley, where fields cultivated by local farmers replace the dense streets and traffic of Santiago.

The total outing lasts roughly nine hours. That includes all transfers, time at the vineyards, free time, and lunch, so you should not expect nine hours of wine tasting. The driving time helps explain the schedule, especially on the return to Santiago, where traffic can be unpredictable.

A small group of up to 15 people is a real advantage. It gives the guide room to explain the route and answer questions without using a microphone. Several guides have made a strong impression, including Cristián, who grew up in the area and shares local background, and Joao, who keeps the long drives lively with stories about Chile and wine.

Your vehicle is air-conditioned, a useful feature on a full day in the Chilean countryside. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you do not need to arrange a separate taxi to a meeting point. The exact pickup sequence can vary, and Nacho has used a group WhatsApp chat to coordinate hotel times, which can make the morning easier.

Emiliana: organic farming with three wines

The first winery is Emiliana Organic Vineyards, described as the largest organic winery in Chile. This is a good opening stop because it gives you more than a tasting. You learn how organic and biodynamic methods shape the work in the vineyard and how sustainability affects the finished wine.

The visit lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes. You taste three award-winning wines, with admission included in the tour price. The setting also includes alpacas, and feeding them is a small but memorable extra if the opportunity is available during your visit.

Emiliana gives the day a clear theme: Chilean wine is not only about big export labels and polished tasting rooms. Farming methods, soil care, and the relationship between the vineyard and its surroundings matter too. If you care about organic production, this stop should be one of the most useful parts of the morning.

There is one scheduling point to remember. Emiliana is closed on Mondays, so the tour visits Veramonte organic vineyard instead. That keeps the day focused on organic wine, but the exact experience will not be identical.

Viñamar: sparkling wine and a polished change of pace

Casa Valle Viñamar sits in the Casablanca Valley and brings a different mood to the route. Founded in 2002, the winery is known for both sparkling and still wines, combining established winemaking methods with newer ideas.

You receive three emblematic wines and a vineyard tour, with about 1 hour and 15 minutes at the property. This is a useful contrast with Emiliana. Instead of focusing mainly on organic and biodynamic farming, Viñamar gives you a broader look at the range of wine made in Casablanca, including sparkling styles.

The winery is a good stop for anyone who wants variety in the glass. The day is not limited to Cabernet Sauvignon or other familiar reds. Casablanca is especially useful for tasting white wines, and the route also includes sparkling wines and Pinot Noir.

You will have time to taste, walk through the vineyard, and browse for bottles. The pace is not designed as a quick stop followed by a rushed departure, which makes a difference after the early start.

Bodegas RE: the most unconventional tasting

Bodegas RE is the boutique stop, built around unusual blends and experimental winemaking techniques. You taste two wines and tour the vineyard during another 1 hour and 15 minute visit.

The smaller tasting selection is worth noting. Emiliana and Viñamar each offer three wines, while Bodegas RE offers two. That does not make this a lesser stop. Instead, it gives the route a different focus, with more attention on the winery’s creative approach and distinctive combinations.

Bodegas RE helps prevent the day from feeling repetitive. You move from organic production to sparkling and still wines, then to a boutique producer with its own ideas about blending and technique. That variety is one of the strongest reasons to choose this route over a simple visit to one large estate.

The first three wineries are the actual tasting stops. You should keep that distinction clear when comparing this tour with other Casablanca Valley outings. The fourth vineyard is included for lunch, but it is not another wine tasting.

Casas del Bosque and Tanino lunch

The final stop is Viña Casas del Bosque, where you eat at Tanino Restaurant. The stop lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and lunch is not included in the $149 price.

Tanino uses a farm-to-table approach, with locally sourced ingredients and gourmet dishes. You order from the a la carte menu, so you can choose according to your appetite and budget. That flexibility is helpful after three tastings, though the meal can add a noticeable amount to the cost of the day.

The restaurant sits among the vineyards, with a calm setting and a terrace that has been especially appreciated. It is a pleasant way to finish rather than squeezing in one more formal tasting. After several glasses of wine, a proper meal and some quiet time are welcome.

Budget carefully here. One dining experience included a six-course tasting menu with wine, while another found the restaurant costly compared with what they were used to paying. You do not have to order a set menu because the meal is a la carte, but lunch is still your own expense.

You might also consider a pisco sour with lunch, particularly if you want to take a break from wine. That suggestion came from a practical place: after tastings at three vineyards, a different drink can make the final stop feel less like another round of sampling.

What the wine selection means for you

This is a good tour if you want to compare producers rather than simply collect glasses of the same style. Across the day, you can try reds, whites, sparkling wines, and Pinot Noir. The mix also includes organic production and more experimental blends.

The structure helps you notice differences between wineries. Emiliana puts farming practices in the foreground. Viñamar shows the range of sparkling and still wines. Bodegas RE offers a boutique approach with unusual blends. Casas del Bosque then provides the setting for food, rather than another formal tasting.

The tastings are included at the first three wineries, along with admission and tours. You can also buy bottles at the wineries, and there should be time to do so without turning the day into a rushed shopping trip.

The legal drinking age in Chile is 18. If you do not drink alcohol, the tour may still appeal for the valley scenery, food, and winery visits, but the tasting component is central to the experience.

Is $149 a fair price?

At $149 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Casablanca Valley. The price includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional local guide, admission to all four properties, and tastings at three vineyards.

That package has real value if you are staying in Santiago and want a full day without arranging a driver, route, reservations, or winery visits yourself. It also saves you from trying to combine several distant properties by taxi or rental car after drinking.

Lunch is the main extra cost. Tanino is a quality restaurant in a vineyard setting, but you need to allow for the meal when calculating the final price. If you want a budget outing with a simple cafe lunch, this tour may feel expensive.

For a wine-focused day with three tastings and a small group, I consider the price reasonable, especially for couples or friends who value ease and local guidance. The value drops if you mainly want a scenic drive and would only sample a little wine.

The pace, group size, and practical tradeoffs

The schedule is full but not frantic. Each tasting stop lasts about 75 minutes, and lunch gets 90 minutes. That gives you time to listen, taste, walk around, and use the restroom before the next drive.

Still, you are committing most of a day. The early pickup and long return drive may not suit anyone with a short Santiago stay or a packed city schedule. You should also expect traffic around Santiago to affect the exact return time.

The group limit is 15 people, though some departures may be smaller. The experience can feel especially personal when the guide has time to learn everyone’s names and keep conversation going between stops.

Several guides have been praised for arriving on time, explaining Chilean wine and local culture, and helping the day run smoothly. Names associated with particularly strong guiding include Cristián, Julio, Daniel, Marcelo, Ignacio, Joao, Mauricio, and Nacho. Guides can change by departure, so you should not book solely to get one specific person.

The tour has no stated health restrictions, and most people can take part. Service animals are allowed. The experience depends on good weather, and if poor conditions or an insufficient number of bookings force a cancellation, you receive the choice of another date or a full refund.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Who should book this Casablanca Valley day?

I would choose this tour if you want a guided introduction to several wineries without renting a car. It suits couples, friends, and solo visitors who enjoy tasting wine but also want a real meal and time in the countryside.

It is especially useful for first-time visitors to Chile because the guide can connect the wineries with local history, farming, and culture. The route also works well if you prefer smaller or more distinctive producers over large commercial estates.

You should think twice if you want a very inexpensive day, dislike long drives, or expect lunch to be included. You should also remember that the fourth vineyard does not provide a fourth tasting.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if your priority is variety, convenience, and a full Casablanca Valley day. Three tasting wineries provide a broad sample of Chilean wine, while Tanino gives you a proper lunch setting and a break from the glasses.

I would skip it only if the $149 price plus lunch feels too high, or if you would rather spend the day at one winery in greater depth. For most people seeking an easy wine escape from Santiago, the mix of organic farming, sparkling wine, boutique blends, local guiding, and vineyard dining makes this a well-balanced choice.

FAQ

How long does the Casablanca Valley wine tour last?

The tour lasts approximately nine hours, including transportation, winery visits, free time, and lunch.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 8:00 a.m., with hotel pickup included.

How many wineries include wine tastings?

Three wineries include tastings: Emiliana Organic Vineyards, Casa Valle Viñamar, and Bodegas RE. Casas del Bosque is the lunch stop and does not include a tasting.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

No. Lunch at Tanino Restaurant is at your own expense and is ordered from an a la carte menu.

How many wines do you taste at each winery?

Emiliana includes three wines, Viñamar includes three wines, and Bodegas RE includes two wines.

What happens on Mondays when Emiliana is closed?

On Mondays, the tour visits Veramonte organic vineyard instead of Emiliana.

Is transportation included?

Yes. The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a professional local guide.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.