The rebirth of this historic Chilean botega is due to Count Francesco Marone Cinzano, defined as Viticoltore dei due mondi (Winemaker of Two Worlds) since, in addition to being head of Tenuta Col d'Orcia, a historic winery in Montalcino, he decided in 2005 to launch an ambitious project such as the recovery and restoration of the ancient 'La Reserva de Caliboro' winery, an emblematic symbol of the local Chilean rural heritage.
This successful project preserves old values by making good use of existing resources and complementing them with modern technology. For example, Count Cinzano had the utmost consideration for the environment during the restoration, wild yeasts are used to ferment the wines and the vineyards are not irrigated in any way. However, these great artisanal wines must also be produced efficiently. So the cellar was equipped with the most modern equipment. The soils are very poor and dry, resulting in small, concentrated grapes that are refined into deep wines. Only three different grape varieties are grown here: Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. These are traditional Mediterranean varieties that have been specially imported from Europe.
