VIK & Montes Wine Tours & Lunch at Fuegos de Apalta

This full-day journey blends visionary winemaking, world-class dining, and Chilean icons in the heart of wine country.

Begin at the VIK, a groundbreaking winery in Millahue where architecture, sustainability, and artistry converge. Continue to Fuegos de Apalta, Francis Mallmann’s acclaimed vineyard restaurant where open-fire cooking transforms seasonal ingredients into a feast for the senses. End at Montes, one of Chile’s most celebrated producers, for a deep dive into their most prestigious labels in a setting as memorable as the wines themselves. A perfect balance of innovation, gastronomy, and tradition — designed for collectors and true wine lovers.

ITINERARY:

7:30AM: Pick up at hotel (Santiago)

10:00AM: VIK Wine Tour Experience
— Discover “the place of gold” at the avant-garde VIK Winery, designed by architect Smiljan Radic in collaboration with Alex and Carrie Vik.
— Your guided visit showcases:
* A futuristic, sustainable design that redefines the wine experience
* Insights into VIK’s pioneering circular economy practices (Barroir and Amphoir)
* A curated tasting of 2 barrel samples (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère), plus 3 signature wines: Milla Cala, La Piu Belle Red, and the iconic VIK

12:00PM: Depart VIK

1:30PM: Lunch at Fuegos de Apalta (Montes Winery)
— Savor an unforgettable meal at Francis Mallmann’s Fuegos de Apalta, where fire-cooked meats, fish, and vegetables are elevated into a culinary art form.
— 3 course lunch with wine pairing (select from a la carte menu)

4:00PM: Montes (Double Icon Wine Tour and Tasting)
— Step into the serene barrel room of Montes, where Gregorian chants echo softly through the casks.
— A guided tasting of 4 wines: 2 Icon wines and 2 Montes Alpha wines

6:00PM: Depart Colchagua Valley

8:30PM: Return to hotel (Santiago)