Main winery & lodging
The original 100-year-old, earthquake-damaged adobe worker’s cottage was renovated, strengthened and expanded in 2011–2012, retaining its Chilean Colonial character and reclaimed antique roof tiles. In 2018 it became the present winery, tasting room and boutique lodging operation.
Approximately 210m² building
- 50m² fully equipped winery, large storage and laboratory areas, and external crush pad
- Tasting room with bathroom
- Two fully furnished luxury studios, each with a large kitchen
- Swimming pool and landscaped gardens
- Laundry, storeroom, staging kitchen and additional bathroom
- 60m² outdoor dining area, grape pergola, barbecue and mud oven
- Mature roses, olives, palms and grapevines
The building sits within a 1,000m² fenced area. Part of the winery could become another studio; plans also exist to reconvert the building into a country home.
New 75m² winery
A recently completed exposed-brick winery adds production capacity and architectural character. Its design was inspired by Victorian-era winery architecture in Australia and buildings in London.
- Fully insulated interior
- Roof with double the usual insulation
- Designed to reduce air-conditioning use and energy costs
- Could alternatively become a home or additional lodging
Additional buildings
85m² caretaker’s cottage: built in 2014 in Colonial style, with two bedrooms, one bathroom, integrated kitchen/living/dining room, pantry/storage, outdoor deck, full fencing and mature front rose garden. Currently occupied by the full-time worker.
120m² wine storage: built in 2017, fully insulated and air-conditioned, with capacity for more than 40,000 bottles and a rooftop tourism lookout.
A separate shed houses the water tank plus tool and equipment storage.
Organic Rhône vineyard
One hectare was planted in 2013 with Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Marsanne and Viognier are also planted and producing.
Average production
- Grenache: 3,000kg
- Syrah: 2,400kg
- Mourvèdre: 1,500kg
- Marsanne: 250kg
- Viognier: 250kg
- Approximately 5,000 litres of wine in total
The vineyard has been managed organically, with no herbicides or chemical pesticides used since 2011. Wild areas remain to encourage biodiversity.
Wine production & markets
The first wine was produced in 2015—one barrel—and the first commercial vintage followed in 2016. Production has grown to approximately 10,000 bottles under the La Despensa Wines brand.
Current markets
- Exports: United States, United Kingdom, Sweden, Hong Kong and Canada
- The US importer operates nationally
- Chilean distribution through Grandes Terruños
The brand, existing stocks and distribution relationships are not included in the property price but may be negotiated separately.
Energy, water & infrastructure
Energy
- 10kW on-grid solar plant installed in 2020; excess generation sold back to the grid
- Additional 8kW solar plant installed in 2025
- Stated average saving: CLP $200,000 per month; CLP $2.4 million per year (approximately US$3,400)
Water & access
- 30m deep well supplying irrigation and clean, chlorine-free water
- Registered subterranean rights: 0.5 litres per second
- Tank storage, UV filtration and vineyard drip lines
- Canal rights sufficient to irrigate the entire plantation
- Fully paved road access
- Buildings registered with the Municipality; paperwork stated to be in order
The property is enclosed by chain-link fencing sunk 30cm into the ground, with base planks and additional chicken wire. A mature hawthorn hedge runs along the front and side boundaries.
Flexible ownership options
- The sellers rent the vineyard and winery while the lodging becomes a country home; rental income could cover running costs and the current worker could remain in the caretaker’s cottage
- Separate purchase of the La Despensa brand, stocks and business, including introductions to existing international importers and Chilean distribution
- A 12–24 month handover, or longer-term management by agreement
- Tourism operation using La Despensa wines and brand while the sellers manage the vineyard
- A new wine brand, with support from winemaking through branding
- Vineyard management, contract winemaking, purchase of grapes by the sellers, or a combination
The sellers intend to remain nearby and active in the wine industry. The property may be purchased with or without winemaking and vineyard equipment by separate agreement.
Santa Ana & location
Santa Ana lies between Santa Cruz and Pichilemu. Seven boutique wineries are located within minutes of one another; all produce high-quality wines and manage their vineyards organically.
- Santiago: approximately 2.5 hours
- Santa Cruz: approximately 30 minutes, with supermarkets, restaurants and schools
- Pichilemu: approximately 45 minutes
Further potential
The property can be combined with the home and vineyard immediately next door.