Santiago: Cousiño Macul Wine Tour & Cellar Tasting Experience

Summary

Historic vines, cellar walks and wine tasting in Santiago

You’ll wander historic vineyards just outside Santiago, explore cool stone cellars with a local guide, taste six premium wines (three during your walk, three more at a proper tasting), and hear stories that make you feel part of the place. Expect laughter, good company, and a sense that you’re walking through living history.

What’s the experience like?

We ducked under the old stone arch at Cousiño Macul, right in the middle of Santiago — I didn’t expect a vineyard to feel so tucked away in a city like this. Our guide, Camila, waved us over with a grin and started telling stories about the Cousiño family before we’d even reached the vines. The sun was already warm on the gravel paths, and there was this faint smell of earth and something sweet — maybe grapes left from last season? I kept brushing dust off my shoes but honestly stopped caring after the first glass.

Walking through those cellars felt like slipping back in time. The walls were cool and rough to the touch (I ran my fingers along them when no one was looking). Camila explained how they’ve been making wine here for over 150 years — she said it like she’d grown up hearing these stories at her own dinner table. We tried three different wines during the tour; I still remember that second red, almost smoky somehow. Someone in our group tried to guess the grape variety and got it totally wrong — everyone laughed, including Camila.

The tasting room was brighter than I expected, with big windows looking out at rows of vines that almost seemed out of place against Santiago’s skyline. We had three more glasses there (six total — I lost count for a second), and by then people were chatting like old friends. There was bread and cheese too, though I probably ate more than my share. When we left, I caught a last whiff of oak barrels mixed with city air. It stuck with me longer than I thought it would.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tour Cousiño Macul vineyard and tasting

• Visit historic Cousiño Macul vineyard
• Tour premium vines and cellars
• Enjoy tasting three quality wines

Top questions

How many wines do you taste on the Cousiño Macul tour?

You’ll taste six wines total: three during the tour itself and three more during the guided wine tasting session.

Is Cousiño Macul vineyard inside Santiago city?

Yes, Cousiño Macul is located within Santiago city limits — you don’t need to leave town for this tour.

Are children or infants allowed on this wine tour?

Infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome on site.

Is public transportation available to Cousiño Macul?

Yes, there are public transportation options nearby if you’re not using private transport or taxi.

How long has Cousiño Macul been producing wine?

Cousiño Macul has been making wine for over 150 years in Santiago.

What’s included

Your day includes entry to Cousiño Macul vineyard in Santiago with a guided walk through historical cellars and premium vines, plus six glasses of wine (three tasted along the route and three more during a seated tasting). Bread and cheese are served alongside your wine. Public transport is nearby if you need it.