The Best Wines From Chile

Chile is a stunning country. It’s 2,700 miles long of ocean and mountain. This varied terroir is a winemaker’s dream and the country has burst onto the wine scene in the last few years, first with Carménère, the red variety most associated with the country, but as of late with just about every other variety as well. It’s an exciting time to explore all this country has to offer.

Read on for our picks of The Best Wines From Chile Under $20!

Caliterra Tributo Cabernet Sauvignon – Nicely Done

By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 29, 2021 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

A solid little Cab drinking quite well at 6 years old, the Caliterra Tributo Cabernet Sauvignon from Colchagua Valley, Chile. 94% … [Read more...]

INSIDER DEAL! Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 24, 2020 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

Punching above its price point, we've got a wonderfully aged Cab in our latest Insider Deal. The 2012 Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva … [Read more...]

Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Cabernet Sauvignon – Tremendously Tasty

By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 9, 2020 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

80 year-old vines do a Cabernet some good! The highly recommended Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Cabernet Sauvignon from Chile. 85% … [Read more...]

Dancing Flame Red Blend – A Sure Thing

By: Jon Thorsen Published: August 16, 2019 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

The perfect evening wind down wine from Aldi, the tasty but uncomplicated Dancing Flame Ojos del Salado Red Blend. 70% Cabernet … [Read more...]

Dancing Flame Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc - Grassy and Darn Good

By: Jon Thorsen Published: May 5, 2019 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

Fantastic Sauvignon Blanc at an amazing Aldi price, the Dancing Flame Gran Reserva Villarica Sauvignon Blanc. Sauvignon Blanc from … [Read more...]

Kidia Sauvignon Blanc - A Quaffer

By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 19, 2019 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

Another tasty Trader Joe's exclusive, the $5.99 Kidia Sauvignon Blanc. 100% Sauvignon Blanc from Loncomilla, Maule Valley, Chile. The … [Read more...]

Casillero del Diablo Reserva Red Blend - Smooooth And Sweeeet

By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 15, 2019 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

Revisiting an old favorite and a grilling great from Concha y Toro, the Casillero del Diablo Reserva Red Blend from Chile. 70% Syrah … [Read more...]

J. Bouchon Canto Sur - A Savory One

By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 31, 2019 Last Updated: May 25, 2021

A little Pais does Carmenere good! The J. Bouchon Canto Sur. 45% Carmenere, 30% Pais and 25% Carignan from dry-farmed vines 40 to … [Read more...]

J Bouchon Pais Viejo - More Pais Please

By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 18, 2018 Last Updated: May 24, 2021

Tasting a very old grape for the very first time, the J Bouchon Pais Viejo. Bulk Buy! 100% Pais from 100-year-old, dry-farmed vines … [Read more...]

Casillero Del Diablo Rosé - Rejuvenating

By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 18, 2018 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

A refreshing reminder of warmer weather. Primarily Syrah with a small amount of Cinsault and Carmenere from the Rapel and Maule … [Read more...]

Tinga Reserve Pinot Noir - Delish

By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 11, 2017 Last Updated: May 25, 2021

The Tinga Reserve Pinot Noir, a solid and tasty wine from a place you might not expect. 100% Pinot Noir from Limari Valley, Chile. The wine … [Read more...]

Montes Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon - An Easy Pick

By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 19, 2016 Last Updated: May 26, 2021

The Montes Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon, a great burger wine! 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot from Colchagua Valley, Chile. 45% … [Read more...]