Wine tours in Elqui

Enjoy the stars with a Chilean wine.

• In Elqui we can find 3 wineries to visit.
• 2 towns here have wineries.

The Elqui region is a wine growing area in the north of Chile, in the Coquimbo region. This area is known for its desert climate with a large amount of sunshine and little rainfall, which makes it an ideal area for growing grapes.

As for wines, the Elqui region is known for its production of high quality red and white wines, particularly Syrah. Some of the most renowned wineries in the area are Viña Falernia, Viña Mayu and Viña Tabalí.

In terms of gastronomy, the Elqui region offers a variety of local dishes based on fresh, regional products. Some of the typical dishes include churrasco, pastel de choclo, charquicán, cochayuyo, and pulmay. In addition, the area is rich in fresh fruits such as mango, papaya and guava, which are used in desserts and drinks such as pisco sour, Chile's national cocktail.

Pisco, a distilled grape brandy, is an emblematic drink of the Elqui region, and is used in a variety of local cocktails and drinks. The region is also known for stargazing due to its clear skies and proximity to the Tololo Observatory.

In short, the Elqui region is an attractive destination for wine and food lovers, with a wide variety of wines and typical local dishes to explore and enjoy. In addition, stargazing and pisco culture are other attractions of the region.