Part of Chono Winery's production is certified organic. Alvaro Espinoza, the owner and winemaker, has some experience with biodynamic farming, as well. Alvaro's father first started Chono by planting Carmenere and Cabernet Sauvignon. Once Alvaro joined the business, he added Syrah. Alvaro followed in his father's footsteps and they both have received the Chilean Enology award for outstanding winemaking. Alvaro also works for several other Chilean products as a consultant.

Bottle Production 950 cases
Producer GEO Wines SA
Importer Montecastelli Selections

Technical notes

Alcohol 14% Grape Varietals 65% Carmenere 35% Syrah Vineyard Characteristics The Titon vineyards is 25 kilometers of very low naturally fertile organic matter. The climate is semi-arid with cool, dry breezes. The Arenal Vineyard is 12 hectares of loamy clay at 900 meters above sea level with a dry climate.