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vineyard experiment called Sundial Vineyard - vines planted in a radial formation

Viña Don Melchor presents the unprecedented Sundial Vineyard Project

Founded upon its commitment to Excellence, Innovation and Sustainability, Viña Don Melchor presents its “Sundial Vineyard” project, continuing the winery’s quest to obtain the best and most unique expression of each of the 151 blocks of the Don Melchor vineyard. This sundial vineyard will provide valuable information on the relationship between orientation and planting density…

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A History of Bordeaux Wine in Chile

Although Chile is dubbed a “new world” wine region it’s viticultural history stretches back to around 1548. Legend has it that the Spanish priest, Francisco de Carabantes first brought vines to Chile and planted them around Concepion, 375 miles south of Santiago. However, what is certain is that the first large scale vineyards were planted…

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