Where is the seeker wine from?

Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand Grapes are destemmed, pressed and cold-settled overnight. Cool fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks to capture fruit purity. Aged on fine lees for four months to add weight and richness, the lots are then blended, gently fined and filtered.

Who introduced wine to Chile?

European Vitis vinifera vines were brought to Chile by Spanish conquistadors and missionaries in the 16th century around 1554. Local legend states that the conquistador Francisco de Aguirre himself planted the first vines.

How much is the seeker wine?

From The Seeker

Name	Grape	Avg Price
The Seeker Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Valley, Chile	Cabernet Sauvignon	$14
The Seeker Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy	Pinot Grigio	$12
The Seeker Chardonnay, California, USA	Chardonnay	$12
The Seeker Riesling, Mosel, Germany	Riesling	$12

What does Meritage mean in wine?

A white Meritage is a blend of two grape varietals, either from sauvignon blanc, semillon and muscadelle du Bordelais. These wines are an ode to the centuries-old tradition of blending, which has long been considered one of the highest forms of winemaking.

What kind of wine is Alamos Malbec?

Alamos Malbec Red Wine is a fruit-forward Argentinian Malbec with a rich, flavorful aroma. Opening up with concentrated fruit notes of plum, blackberry and dark cherry, this medium bodied wine delights your palate with soft tannins and a smooth finish.

Is Chilean wine the best?

Chilean is precisely where to look for excellent value, zesty, minerally Sauvignon Blanc. Even the country’s best Sauvignon Blanc wines are usually under $25. Great Value Regions: Much of the best Chilean Sauvignon Blanc grows alongside Chardonnay in Aconcagua, including Casablanca, San Antonio, and Leyda Valleys.

Why is wine important in Chile?

In fact, Chile is the only major wine-producing country free of phylloxera. Although the lack of water can be challenging for winemakers, Chile’s dry climate makes it a natural hub for organic, biodynamic, and sustainable wine production.

Does Chile have good wine?

Chile is known for producing wines of exceptional value, but that’s not to say Chilean wines don’t also include boast-worthy, outstanding bottles. Find out about Chile’s 7 most important wine varieties, how they taste, and what specific regions to seek out if you’re hoping to find great quality.

Where was the Seeker filmed?

Romania
Filming. Filming began on February 26, 2007 in Romania. The film was shot on several soundstages at MediaPro Studios in Buftea, Romania. Several sets built at the soundstages included an English village, the Stanton family’s country home, a medieval church, and a mysterious ruin known as the Great Hall.

Is Meritage a good wine?

Red Meritage wines historically have been among the world’s most highly rated wines. They are prized for their smooth, silky texture and complex, robust structure. While they age beautifully – often for decades – most are also very drinkable in their younger years.

What kind of wine is in the seeker?

The Seeker crosses time zones and continents in a relentless quest for the world’s best wines, bringing the thrill of adventure and discovery with each sip. Other Red Blends from Chile Riesling from Mosel, Germany

When did Chilean wine first come to America?

While there has been an explosion of quality Chilean wine appearing stateside over the past 30 years, its first grapevines were planted as early as the 1500s. European immigrants brought more varieties, particularly from Bordeaux, to Chile in the 1800s.

How did phylloxera affect the Chilean wine industry?

In events that parallel those of the Rioja wine region, the entrance of phylloxera into the French wine world turned into a positive event for the Chilean wine industry. With vineyards in ruin, many French winemakers traveled to South America, bringing their experience and techniques with them.

What kind of wine does Chile export to the world?

Chile is now the fifth largest exporter of wines in the world, and the seventh largest producer. The climate has been described as midway between that of California and France. The most common grapes are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.