This is the weekend before our 4th anniversary. Now, before all of you people that have been married forever say, "So what?", just know that any excuse to travel and have a great time is good for us, so this weekend was the anniversary celebration excursion!
We traveled the Ruta Vino, or Wine Route, and had a BALL! From Santiago we went south, and then west a bit towards Santa Cruz. First we hit Casa Silva, with their AWARD WINNING wines. Richard said he thought they were wonderful, or wunnerfullll, as he slurred as the third glass went down smoothly. He tried a Sauvignon Blanc, a Cab,and a Carmenere, noted for you wine snobs. For me and the rest- a white and two red colored foul smelling glasses of stuff. This winery is so beautiful and has a boutique hotel, polo field and gorgeous views. We ate at their fab restaurant, and Richard felt compelled to try the Shiraz, which he quickly gave his Best In Show ribbon, and we purchased. We also bought a bottle of the ALTURA, which is their top of the line, oh my gosh, gotta have stuff, so we're cherishing that. It's a red, and is only made in years when the grapes SPEAK to the little ole winemaker and say, "I'm fabulous- let's make some EXPENSIVE WINE!"
Below is the website, and you'll really love the photos. If you ever want to be pampered, this is the spot. Photos show the winery, hotel and vineyards. The Altura comes in in a wooden stamped box, with the bottle wrapped ever-so-carefully in stamped tissue and lovingly placed in the box.
The hotel only has seven rooms, and each is just wonderful. I am showing a picture of the floor, as it is made with recycled barrel wood, and it is magnificent!!!!!! The grounds and garden were all pristine and serene. Please look at the website for much better photos. (not of Richard, of course!) HEE HEE
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