The 2025 harvest was defined by a season that brought significant relief in water availability, thanks to the influence of the El Niño phenomenon, but also posed major challenges due to summer heat waves. The disparate climatic conditions across Chile’s wine valleys once again tested the experience and adaptability of our teams in the field.

This year, water availability was considerably better in most valleys, enabling a good start to the growing cycle. However, a cloudy spring affected bud differentiation, reducing bud fertility.

These conditions, combined with high summer temperatures — especially in February — impacted yields in several varieties, particularly affecting cluster size, berry growth, and advancing the start of the harvest by about two weeks in almost all regions.

In terms of productivity, we observed significant declines in some valleys and varieties, especially whites. However, there were increases in areas where no frost or severe heat waves were recorded.

The combination of a relatively benign spring with a challenging summer resulted in a harvest that demanded precise technical decisions, constant ripeness monitoring, and agile harvest planning.

Nevertheless, the experience and expertise of our team ensured that this year’s harvest maintained the level of quality and excellence that defines our portfolio. The 2025 wines look promising, particularly in the southern valleys and in the Maipo Valley.

Limarí Valley

The 2025 season brought an important change for Limarí, thanks to greater water availability from winter rains. Over 150 mm of rain fell during this period alone —representing a 550% increase over the previous season. Vineyards showed excellent sanitary conditions, no spring frost, and moderately warm temperatures at the start of the cycle. January and February brought high temperatures, though within expected levels. Yields of Bordeaux varieties increased and Syrah production remained stable.

Casablanca Valley

This region initially improved its water conditions but suffered a sharp drop in white and red variety production, except for Malbec and Cabernet Franc. The marked presence of the vaguada costera — fog from the Pacific Ocean — particularly affected spring, compromising bud fertility. Combined with heat waves in January, this impacted cluster development, especially with Sauvignon Blanc. Production is estimated to be down by about 30%. Nevertheless, very high quality is expected, with more concentrated wines and great aromatic intensity.

Maipo Valley

Maipo started the season with very favorable conditions, with good water reserves and excellent sanitary status. However, summer heat waves significantly affected varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with an estimated 10% drop compared to 2024. In some mountain areas, especially Los Andes, light frost was recorded, also impacting Cabernet Sauvignon. Even so, wines are expected to show great structure and typicity.

Cachapoal Valley

Cachapoal had higher water availability compared to previous years, which caused a slight delay in budbreak of key varieties. Sanitary conditions were mostly good, although spring frosts in areas such as Machalí affected Sauvignon Blanc and slightly impacted Cabernet Sauvignon. Summer heat waves particularly hit Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. Overall yields in most varieties are projected to decline.

Maule Valley

Maule began the season with water levels equal to or higher than those of 2024. However, spring frost and high summer temperatures negatively impacted yields in varieties such as Carménère, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon. The average drop is estimated at around 18%. Despite lower volumes, wines are expected to show great freshness, varietal typicity, and a more concentrated expression.

Itata Valley

In Itata, greater water availability was key, especially considering many vineyards are dry-farmed. Sanitary conditions were positive, though yields are expected to be equal to or slightly lower than last season. Wine quality is expected to remain high, particularly for País, Cinsault and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Malleco Valley

This southern valley experienced a remarkably positive season. Good soil water retention and no frost after budbreak allowed a more complete development. Production is expected to increase, especially in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, varieties that continue to stand out in this region. The 2025 harvest in Malleco is shaping up to be one of the most balanced and elegant in recent years, with wines of high acidity, purity, and strong sense of place.