Casablanca world class wines, 4 vineyards & Tanino lunch stop

A full-day wine circuit through Chile’s Casablanca Valley, with organic grapes, sparkling wine, and boutique blends, is a fun way to beat the hassle of planning. I also like that you get hotel pickup and drop-off and a small group, so the day feels personal without dragging. In past runs, guides such as Cristián and drivers like Fernando have kept things calm even with Santiago traffic.

My favorite part is the mix of styles and settings. Emiliana Organic Vineyards focuses on sustainable farming, and the tastings include 3 award-winning wines, with a classic on-site perk like the chance to feed the alpacas if they are part of your visit.

One thing to think about: you get tastings at 3 vineyards, while the 4th stop is mainly lunch at Tanino, and lunch is not included in the tour price.

Key things to know before you go

• 3 vineyard tastings included, each with its own style and teaching moment
• Emiliana is organic and biodynamic, and you’ll taste 3 award-winning wines
• Viñamar is known for sparkling plus still wines, with a vineyard tour and 3 wines
• Bodegas RE is boutique, with a smaller tasting of 2 wines and a vineyard visit
• Tanino at Casas del Bosque is a la carte lunch, so plan for spending extra
• Mondays swap Emiliana for Veramonte, so your first winery stop can differ

If you only have one day near Santiago and you want wine that feels like the real deal, this Casablanca Valley tour hits a sweet spot. You spend the morning and early afternoon visiting vineyards outside town, then you finish with lunch in the vineyards at Tanino, inside the Casas del Bosque property. It’s a straightforward plan that trades planning stress for a guided day in a region that’s earned its reputation.

The tour runs about 9 hours starting at 8:00 am, with transfer time built in. It’s priced at $149 per person, and it’s commonly booked about 29 days in advance. With a maximum of 15 travelers, it stays small enough that guides can explain what you’re tasting and what to look for, instead of making it a conveyor belt.

Price and what you really get for $149

At $149, the value comes from what is included versus what is optional. You’re paying for three winery tastings plus tours at those stops. That matters because tastings and vineyard visits are where the cost usually climbs if you try to piece things together on your own.

Here’s the practical breakdown you should keep in mind:

• You get wine tasting experiences at Emiliana, Casa Valle Viñamar, and Bodegas RE.
• Each tasting stop is about 1 hour 15 minutes, and you also get professional local guides.
• Your vehicle is air-conditioned, which helps a lot on Chilean summer days when the heat can sneak up on you.
• Your lunch stop at Tanino is part of the schedule, but lunch itself is on your own expense because it’s a la carte.

That last point is the only “gotcha” built into the day. The tour provides the setting and the time, but you still choose what to order and pay at the restaurant. If you want a quick lunch, you can keep costs down. If you want a full sit-down meal with wine pairings, you’ll likely spend more than you expected.

The flow of the day: 8:00 am to late afternoon

This is a real day tour, not a short sampler. You’ll start at 8:00 am with hotel pickup, then you ride south toward the Casablanca Valley. Along the way, you pass through the Curacaví Valley, which is mostly farmland and gives you a sense of how local agriculture fits into the wine region.

The schedule is designed to feel paced. Each winery stop includes both time to tour and time to taste, usually without feeling rushed. Reviews back up the experience of having “plenty of time” at each place, which is exactly what you want in a day like this. When the timing works, you can actually compare the wines you’re tasting, instead of just collecting glasses.

Also, you’re not stuck waiting around. The built-in transfer time is real, because Santiago traffic can be unpredictable. Still, the day stays organized, especially with drivers and guides used to moving groups smoothly.

Curacaví Valley farms on the way to Casablanca

Before the vineyards, you get a quick look at the agricultural surroundings near Curacaví. It’s not a major attraction, but it does set context. You’re not arriving in a world that looks like it came from a brochure. You’re entering a working farming region where vineyards sit beside other crops and local life.

This is one of those small touches that makes the day feel grounded. When you later walk through rows of vines at the wineries, you’ll remember that the valley is built on real farming effort, not just tourism.

Emiliana Organic Vineyards: organic and biodynamic, plus 3 award-winning wines

Your first real winery stop is Emiliana Organic Vineyards, the largest organic winery in Chile. This is the right place to start if you care about how wine is made, because the focus here is on farming choices and sustainability.

You’ll get:

• A guided tour through the vineyards and the organic and biodynamic approach
• A tasting of 3 award-winning wines
• About 1 hour 15 minutes on site

Two practical reasons this stop works well for most people. First, it teaches you a foundation you can use later in the day. When you learn what organic and biodynamic practices aim to do, you start tasting with more curiosity. Second, Emiliana tends to feel like a place with room to move. It doesn’t always feel like you’re being herded.

One fun tip from an earlier Emiliana visit: there may be alpacas, and you might be able to feed them during your time there. It’s a small moment, but it’s the kind of memory that makes the day feel more complete.

Monday note: Emiliana is closed on Mondays. On those days, your tour visits the Veramonte organic vineyard instead, so your first stop can be different.

Casa Valle Viñamar: sparkling and still wines in the heart of Casablanca

After Emiliana, you head to Casa Valle Viñamar in the Casablanca Valley. Viñamar is especially known for its sparkling and still wines. If you’re the type who normally drinks white wine or enjoys bubbles, this is a great mid-morning anchor stop.

You’ll have:

• A vineyard tour
• A tasting of 3 emblematic wines
• About 1 hour 15 minutes

What I like about choosing a sparkling-forward winery here is that it helps you compare. By the time you arrive, your palate has warmed up, and you’re not yet tired. You’ll be able to notice differences across styles more clearly.

The setting also tends to be memorable. Even if you’re not a design person, you can tell this is an established, scenic winery. It’s a nice change of pace after the sustainability lesson at Emiliana.

Bodegas RE: boutique blends and an innovative tasting of 2 wines

Next up is Bodegas RE, a boutique winery known for unique blends and innovative techniques. This is a smaller-feeling stop compared with big production, and that can be a good thing. You often get more attention, and the tasting tends to feel more focused on the winemaker’s choices.

Here you’ll enjoy:

• A vineyard tour
• A tasting of 2 outstanding wines
• About 1 hour 15 minutes

Even though the tasting pour count is smaller than at the previous two wineries, the experience can still feel rich because boutique wineries usually emphasize what makes their blends different. It’s a good “contrast” stop. Emiliana and Viñamar can make you think about farming and tradition, while Bodegas RE pushes you toward creativity and experimentation.

Tanino at Casas del Bosque: lunch in the vineyards, a la carte

The 4th stop is your lunch at Tanino Restaurant, located within the Casas del Bosque vineyard. This is the part of the day where you slow down and actually sit, eat, and reset.

Key point: lunch is not included. The restaurant meal is a la carte, and you can choose what you order based on your preferences and budget.

What you do get from the tour is the setting and the time. Tanino is known for a farm-to-table approach, using fresh local ingredients in its dishes, and it’s surrounded by the vineyard environment you came to see. For me, that matters because it turns lunch from a chore into part of the experience.

Also, after tasting multiple wines, many people appreciate having a break before the drive back. If you want something lighter at lunch or a different drink option, this is where you decide. (For example, some visitors like adding a pisco sour with lunch if they are in that mood, as a change from wine.)

Getting the most from the tastings without overdoing it

This tour mixes different wine styles, and that’s part of the fun. But it also means you’ll taste enough that you should manage pace and expectations.

A few practical tips that make a big difference:

• Sip, don’t gulp. Compare flavors across each stop, instead of trying to taste everything at once.
• Drink water during the day. The day is long, and transfer time is real.
• If you’re driving to another stop later, remember that the legal age to drink alcohol in Chile is 18. If you are under 18, you can still enjoy the tours, but the alcohol portion should not be central.
• If you plan to buy bottles, ask which wines are easiest to pack and ship if needed. The tour includes time to purchase wines, but planning helps.

Because you have a small group, it’s also easier to ask questions in plain language. If you want to know what to look for in a specific varietal style, your guide should be able to connect your tasting to what you’re noticing in the glass.

Tour logistics that affect comfort and value

A few details matter more than you might think:

• Air-conditioned vehicle keeps the ride comfortable.
• Pickup and drop-off at your hotel saves you time and local navigation stress.
• Group size max 15 helps the guide keep track of everyone.
• You start at 8:00 am, which means you get into the valley before the day gets busy.
• Each winery stop is about 1 hour 15 minutes, and lunch time is about 1 hour 30 minutes.

Weather matters too. The tour runs with the expectation of decent conditions. If it has to change due to poor weather, you should be ready for an alternate date or a refund option.

Who this tour is best for

This is a strong fit if you want:

• A one-day tour that covers multiple Casablanca Valley wineries
• A mix of styles, including organic focus, sparkling, and boutique blends
• Guided tastings that help you understand what you’re drinking

It’s also a good choice if you don’t want to do route planning yourself. The driver handles Santiago traffic, and the guides handle winery timing so you can focus on tasting and learning.

You might want to reconsider if:

• You expect 4 vineyard tastings. You get tastings at three vineyards. The 4th is lunch at Tanino, and lunch is on your own expense.
• You want a very light schedule with long free time between stops. This day is structured, with limited down time because the tour covers a lot in one run.

Should you book this Casablanca wine tour from Santiago?

Yes, I think it’s worth booking if you want a guided taste of Casablanca Valley with a clear sequence and minimal hassle. The value is solid because tastings at three vineyards plus vineyard tours are included, and the pacing gives you time to actually compare wines. The lunch at Tanino is the cherry on top, as long as you budget for a la carte spending.

If you mainly care about one specific varietal or you want to do only alcohol-free experiences, you might look at other options. But for most people visiting Santiago, this is one of the easier ways to get meaningful wine experiences in a single day, with the practical comfort of hotel pickup and a small group.

One last check before you book: if you’re traveling on a Monday, know that Emiliana is replaced with Veramonte. It’s still an organic start to the day, but it does change the first winery you’ll visit.

FAQ

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is a stop at Tanino Restaurant in the Casas del Bosque vineyards, but lunch itself is not included. It is a la carte, and you pay per person.

How many wineries offer tastings on this tour?

You have wine tasting experiences at three vineyards, with a tasting stop at each of those wineries.

How long does the tour last?

The tour is about 9 hours, including transfer time between areas, time at each attraction, and lunch during the tour.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 8:00 am.

How many travelers are in the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

What are the main vineyards visited?

You visit Emiliana Organic Vineyards, Casa Valle Viñamar, Bodegas RE, and you finish with lunch at Tanino Restaurant in the Casas del Bosque vineyards.

What happens on Mondays?

On Mondays, Emiliana is closed, and the tour visits the Veramonte organic vineyard instead.

Is the wine tasting included?

Yes, the tour includes entry and admission for Emiliana, Casa Valle Viñamar, and Bodegas RE, along with wine tastings at those stops.

Are there any alcohol age limits?

In Chile, the legal age to drink alcohol is 18 years old.

Can I cancel and get a refund?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

What about health restrictions or service animals?

Service animals are allowed, and the tour notes that it has no health restrictions listed.