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VIK Winery: A Fusion of Nature, Science, and Art

By VIK Winery, posted on 14 February 2025

Founded in 2004 by Alex and Carrie Vik in Millahue, Chile—known as "The Place of Gold"—VIK Winery is a testament to innovation and sustainability in winemaking. Combining state-of-the-art technology, ancient traditions, and a deep respect for nature, VIK has become a benchmark for producing world-class wines.

The Terroir

Spanning 11,000 acres of diverse microclimates and soils, the Millahue Valley offers the perfect conditions for growing exceptional grapes. Extensive studies ensured precise planting, optimizing each parcel’s potential for varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah.

Chief Winemaker Cristian Vallejo in the vines at Vik Winery

Winemaking Philosophy

VIK embraces a holistic approach, incorporating sustainable and innovative practices like:

Barroir: Custom barrels made from 300-year-old oaks on the property.
Amphoir: Clay amphorae crafted from local soils for natural micro-oxygenation.
Fleuroir: Use of native yeasts inspired by the valley's flora.

VIK Winery, Chile

Recognition

Ranked among the Top 2 World’s Best Vineyards in 2024.
Awarded "Best Winery Experience" by Wine Enthusiast in 2019.
Best Wine Hotel Worldwide at the World Travel Awards.

Chief Winemaker Cristian Vallejo, VIK Winery

Exceptional Wines

VIK produces wines with elegance, complexity, and a pure expression of the terroir. Each vintage is crafted with minimal intervention, using native yeasts and meticulous care, including night-harvesting and triple sorting for quality.

Different cuvée, Wines from VIK Winery

Experiences

VIK is not just a winery—it's a destination. Visitors can enjoy immersive vineyard tours, wine tastings, fine dining, and architectural wonders like the avant-garde winery designed by Smiljan Radic.

VIK Winery, Chile, from above

The Wines

Each VIK wine represents the pure expression of the Millahue terroir, crafted with minimal intervention and exceptional care:

VIK 2021

An exceptional blend of Cabernet Franc celebrated for its complexity, elegance, and polished tannins. Awarded 100 points by Gilbert & Gaillard and James Suckling, it features vibrant minerality and an aromatic profile of ripe fruits and spices.

Cuvée VIK 2021, VIK Winery Chile with Gilbert & Gaillard medal 100 points

La Piu Belle

An artistic Carmenere-based blend that beautifully represents Millahue's charm. It combines black fruit, spices, structure, and minerality, earning an impressive 98 points from Gilbert & Gaillard and 96 from James Suckling.

Cuvée La Pui Belle, VIK Winery, Chile, with Gilbert & Gaillard medal 98 points

STONEVIK

A natural wine crafted from estate-grown grapes using organic and biodynamic methods. Aged in clay amphoras and oak barrels, it reflects nature's wisdom, receiving 94 points from Gilbert & Gaillard and 98 from James Suckling.

Cuvée STONE VIK, VIK Winery, Chile, with Gilbert & Gaillard medal 94 points

MILLA CALA

A vibrant red blend that embodies the essence of VIK, harmonizing the finest expressions of five grape varieties. It has achieved 96 points from Gilbert & Gaillard and James Suckling.

Cuvée Milla Cala, VIK Winery

Learn more about their wines and experiences on their website: vikwine.com.

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