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23/04/2021
CONO SUR VINEYARD IS CERTIFIED AS B - CORP COMPANY
Every day we see how people from all over the planet become aware of the need to do things differently and demand greater commitment from companies so that they guarantee that their productive activities cause a positive impact on their environment. Cono Sur Vineyard has always been aware of these demands and that is why it has been certified B-Corp, reassuring our purpose to understand sustainability in a comprehensive way and show concrete actions in all areas of our activity: Governance, Workers, Environment, Community and Customers. What means to be a B-Corp Company? B-Corp companies adhere to a global cultural shift that redefines business success towards a more inclusive and sustainable economy. Thus, they take advantage of the capacity of the business and its growth as a means to a greater goal, which is to generate a triple...
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16/02/2021
Characteristics of the Colchagua Valley wines
The Colchagua Valley constitutes one of the cornerstones of wine not only in Chile, but also in the world. So much so, that it is designated as a wine-growing area (when not agricultural) rather than anything else. Hence, there is a great abundance of vineyards in the Colchagua Valley, each of which offers particular characteristics to the grapes that are planted in this sector and, consequently, to the wines produced in this area. Let us review some characteristics of this valley and the best Colchagua's wines. Chile's Central Valley: the country's agricultural capital The Central Valley of Chile begins in the Region of Valparaiso, passing through the Metropolitan Region, then crossing through Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins and Maule Regions, to finally end in the Bio Bio Region. Geographically, it is delimited to the north by the...
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11/11/2020
5 myths of organic wine
Does it have preservatives? Is it hard to find? Let's tackle the myths and the most common doubts about organic wine. What is an organic wine? There are two things that are very important to mention: First, organic wine is made with organic grapes, this means, grapes free of any chemical agents and certified as such. Second, the care for the environment is paramount in the entire production process. In the organic vineyard management products that may damage the soil are not allowed, natural fertilizers, like compost, are used in order to maintain a healthy soil and preserve its biological balance. The same goes for pesticides and herbicides, all natural; no chemicals are allowed. So, if you're looking in decrease the amount of food related chemical intake, organic food and organic wine are good options. Another benefit of organic wine is...
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15/10/2020
All about our Organic Sauvignon Blanc
We are facing a significant change in consumer behaviour. More than ever, we are aware and concerned about our environmental impact and personal health; and that is why consumers have gradually demanded products that are as natural as possible in every category: clothing items, beauty and cleaning products, food and of course, wine. The global trend points towards the consumption of organic products, and the wine industry is no exception: today it is easier to find a vegan and organic wine, than it was a few years ago. Characteristics of an organic wine The production of an organic wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or any other variety, involves minimal or no intervention of artificial agents in the entire manufacturing process, from vineyard to bottling. In other words, it is a more natural wine, made in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem....
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