Winery · Santa Cruz, Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins
Viña Viu Manent
Winery with about 90 years of history at km 37 of the Carretera del Vino, in Cunaco, about 12 km from Santa Cruz. It offers a carriage ride through the vineyards and has a restaurant.
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About Viña Viu Manent
Viu Manent is located at kilometer 37 of the Carretera del Vino, in the Cunaco area, about 12 km from downtown Santa Cruz. The winery has nearly 90 years of family history in the valley and is known for malbec, as well as carménère and cabernet sauvignon.
One of the most sought-after visits is the guided carriage ride through the vineyards, which ends with a tasting. There are also tours of the cellar and the barrel rooms. On the same property there is a charcoal-grill meat and seafood restaurant, Rayuela, a café and a deli, making the winery a good lunch stop.
Next door there is an equestrian club, and the visitor area is surrounded by gardens and flat vineyards typical of the bottom of the Tinguiririca valley.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
An hour and a half for the visit; with lunch, allow half a day.
Best time
Late morning, leading into lunch at the restaurant. During the harvest, from March to April, the vineyards are laden.
How to get there
From Santa Cruz, follow Ruta 90 toward San Fernando to km 37, in Cunaco; it's about a 15-minute drive or taxi ride.
Tip
The carriage ride is a good choice for those traveling with children or who don't want to walk under the summer sun.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Viña Viu Manent
Where is Viu Manent located?
At km 37 of the Carretera del Vino, Ruta 90, in Cunaco, about 12 km from downtown Santa Cruz.
Which visit is the most famous?
The carriage ride through the vineyards, with a guide and a tasting at the end.
Can you have lunch there?
Yes. The estate has the Rayuela restaurant and a café. Book in advance.
