description Undurraga Overview
Founded in 1885 by Francisco Undurraga, Viña Undurraga is one of the oldest and most prominent wineries in Chile. Located in the Maipo Valley, the estate was among the first in the country to cultivate pre-phylloxera French grape varieties, notably importing vines directly from Europe. The winery played a significant role in establishing Chile's reputation for producing accessible, high-quality red and white wines. Today, it maintains a strong international presence, exporting its diverse portfolio of wines to global markets.
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When was Viña Undurraga founded?
Viña Undurraga was founded in 1885 by Francisco Undurraga Vicuña. The original Fundo Santa Ana estate is located in Chile's Maipo Valley. [Undurraga history](https://undurraga.cl/nuestra-historia/)
Which grapevines did Francisco Undurraga import?
The winery's history says he imported Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon from France, along with Riesling and Gewürztraminer from Germany. These plantings helped introduce important European varieties to Chile in the late 19th century. [Undurraga history](https://undurraga.cl/nuestra-historia/)
Where are Viña Undurraga's vineyards located today?
Undurraga lists estates in the Maipo, Leyda, and Maule valleys, with approximately 1,200 hectares under vineyard. Its Maipo properties include Santa Ana de Talagante and Codigua. [Undurraga estates](https://undurraga.cl/en/estates/)
Can visitors tour Viña Undurraga?
Yes, the Santa Ana estate in the Maipo Valley offers visitor experiences and guided tours such as Tour Sibaris. The winery describes the estate as roughly 45 minutes from Santiago. [Undurraga visitor information](https://undurraga.cl/visitanos/)
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