"Vik stretches across 12 distinct valleys, each with its own microclimate and sun exposure. Pacific breezes meet winds from the Andes here, creating a natural wind tunnel that gives the grapes remarkable complexity. Everything is hand-harvested, fermented with native yeasts, and aged in a mix of new and seasoned French oak."
"The flagship wine, simply named Vik 2021, is the estate's prized red blend that features Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet. It was awarded 100 points by James Suckling (he described it as 'perfect') and 99 points by the influential Descorchados guide."
"Stonevik is one of the newer wines in the Vik portfolio and is defined by its unconventional production. The grapes are fermented in oak barrels made from fallen trees found on the estate. After fermentation, the wine is transferred to handmade clay amphorae produced from the estate's own soil rather than being aged in a traditional cellar. These amphorae are buried in a forested area on the property, where the wine matures underground under naturally stable conditions and seasonal temperature changes."
Vik winery and hotel in Chile's Millahue Valley spans 11,000 acres across 12 distinct valleys, each with unique microclimates shaped by Pacific breezes and Andes winds. The estate earned the top ranking from World's 50 Best Vineyards in 2025. All grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with native yeasts in French oak. The flagship Vik 2021 red blend received perfect scores from James Suckling and Descorchados. Stonevik represents an unconventional approach, fermenting grapes in oak barrels made from fallen estate trees, then aging in handmade clay amphorae produced from estate soil. These vessels are buried underground in a forested area, maturing under natural conditions until bottling near the summer solstice, minimizing technological intervention while emphasizing terroir expression.
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