Viña Luis Felipe Edwards

Owners: Luis Felipe Edwards Mr and Mrs
Chief Winemaker: Nicolás Bizzarri
Website: lfewines.com
Commercial Contact:  Ignacio.edwards@lfewines.com



History
Luis Felipe Edwards is a 100% family-owned winery, founded in 1976 in the small valley of Puquillay Alto, in the heart of Colchagua, based on 60 hectares of vineyards dating back to the early 1900s. Today, it is one of Chile's leading exporters of premium bottled wine, with a presence in over 80 countries.

The vineyard properties of LFE encompass more than 2,000 hectares across diverse valleys in Chile. Here, the grapes benefit from the special microclimates found in different regions. The fields and plantations range from 900 meters above sea level in Colchagua to proximity to the Pacific Ocean at 2.5 kilometers in Leyda.

With over 40 years of dedicated work, the winemaking team led today by Nicolás Bizzarri and advised by Matt Thomson from New Zealand and Philippe Melka, a French-American winemaker from Napa Valley, has achieved remarkable consistency in the quality of their wines. This is reflected in the countless awards garnered from the most prestigious wine competitions worldwide, where they have also been recognized as one of the finest Chilean wineries.

Today, LFE remains a family enterprise, committed to innovation, sustainability, and biodiversity.

The Vineyards

El Canelo - Leyda Valley DO
Just 8 km from the Pacific Ocean coast, a cool-climate vineyard with strong maritime influence, gentle slopes around its perimeter, and alluvial base soils with clay textures, gravel, and areas of exposed granite rocks. Ideal for producing high-quality grapes, resulting wines showcase remarkable minerality and subtle salinity. Acquired in 2006, it covers 161 hectares. Planted varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Riesling.

Atalaya - Santo Domingo DO, Leyda Valley
Only 2 km from the Pacific coast, a super-coastal location with a cool climate. Loamy to clay loam soils with marine terraces supported by sandstones and quartz. Great potential for producing high-quality grapes for cool-climate varieties. Acquired in 2018, it spans 140 hectares. Planted varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer.

Santa Bernardita de Pupilla - Colchagua Valley DO
One of the first family estates located in the heart of Colchagua. Naturally fertile soils with good organic matter and clay, along with a Mediterranean climate, create perfect conditions for their classic wines. Acquired in 1980, it encompasses 185 hectares. Planted varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Carménère, Merlot, Syrah, Alicante Bouschet, Malbec.

Santa Juana - Colchagua Valley DO
Located in the center of Colchagua, dedicated to producing grapes for classic wines. Deep clay soils with a high water table and a Mediterranean climate characterize this vineyard. Acquired in 1976, it covers 29 hectares. Planted variety: Merlot.

Puquillay Alto - Colchagua Valley DO
Original estate of LFE, with vineyards dating back to the 1930s. Surrounded by the foothills of the Andes, it is isolated and picturesque. Flatlands and slopes with high fertility, clay loam textures. Acquired in 1976, it spans 235 hectares. Planted varieties: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Syrah, Cinsault, Syrah, Alicante Bouschet, Viognier.

LFE900 - Colchagua Valley DO
Among the highest vineyards planted in Colchagua, the LFE900 project is ambitious and unique. Located at 900 meters above sea level, its soils are characterized by a complex geological mix of granite and volcanic rocks. It was planted with a focus on soil diversity and solar exposure on the mountain. Lower average temperatures allow the grapes to mature at a steady pace until full ripening. Acquired in 1976, it covers 140 hectares. Planted varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carménère, Garnacha, Malbec, Merlot, Monastrell, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Tempranillo.

La Quesería de Nilahue - Colchagua Costa DO
The coastal area of Colchagua has ideal conditions for producing both white and red varietals in a cooler climate, with a Mediterranean climate featuring fresh sea breezes for controlled ripening, and rich granitic soils. The LFE estate is 30 km from the coast. Soils are granitic on hills and sandy loam in sediment basins. Acquired in 2012, it spans 718 hectares. Planted varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Viognier, Riesling, Roussanne, Gewürztraminer, Syrah.

Las Rosas - Maule Valley DO
The Maule Valley has a rich winemaking tradition dating back to the early Spanish colonization in the 16th century. The vineyard soils are clay, loam, and loam clay. Acquired in 2011, it covers 205 hectares. Planted varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Syrah, Carménère, Chardonnay, Alicante Bouschet, Riesling, Roussanne, Malbec, Cariñena, Pinot Gris.

Mantul - Maule Valley DO
Vineyard with clay, loam, and loam clay soils. Acquired in 2011, it covers 116 hectares. Planted varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Syrah, Carménère, Alicante Bouschet, Cariñena.

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