Escandalo
Escandalo produces wine in Colchagua Valley, the heart of Chile's Rapel Valley region in the Central Valley. The winery's Sémillon demonstrates the potential of this varietal in the valley's warm, continental climate. Sémillon, traditionally associated with Bordeaux, takes on distinctive character in Colchagua's conditions—developing ripe stone fruit and textural complexity. Wine Advocate has rated Escandalo's Sémillon at 89.5, reflecting the wine's quality and the winery's commitment to the varietal. Colchagua Valley has emerged as a serious wine region, with its elevation and diurnal temperature swings creating conditions suited to both classic and lesser-known grapes. Escandalo's focus on Sémillon positions it within a broader exploration of what Chile's Central Valley can express beyond its signature Carmenère and Cabernet.