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 family-owned winery established in 1976 in the small valley of Puquillay Alto, in the heart of Colchagua. Starting with 60 hectares of vineyards dating back to the early 1900s, it is now one of the largest exporters of premium bottled wine from Chile, with a presence in over 80 countries.

LFE’s vineyard estates cover more than 2,000 hectares across various valleys in Chile. Here, the grapes benefit from the unique microclimates found in different regions. The estates range from 900 metres above sea level in Colchagua to 2.5 km from the Pacific Ocean in Leyda.

With more than 40 years of dedicated work, the winemaking team, currently led by Nicolás Bizzarri and advised by Matt Thomson from New Zealand and Philippe Melka, a Franco-American winemaker from Napa Valley, has achieved notable consistency in the quality of its wines. This quality is reflected in numerous accolades received in the world's most prestigious wine competitions, where they have also been recognised as one of the best Chilean wineries.

Today, LFE remains a family-run winery, committed to innovation, sustainability, and biodiversity.

The Vineyards

El Canelo - Leyda Valley DO
Only 8 km from the Pacific Ocean, this cool-climate vineyard has a strong maritime influence, with gentle slopes throughout and alluvial soils with clay textures, gravels, and areas of exposed granite rocks. Ideal for producing high-quality grapes, the resulting wines show great minerality and subtle salinity. Acquired in 2006, it covers 161 hectares. Varieties planted: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Riesling.

Atalaya - D.O. Santo Domingo, Leyda Valley
Just 2 km from the Pacific coast, this super coastal site has a cool climate, with loamy to loamy clay soils on marine-origin terraces, supported by sandstones and quartz. It has great potential for producing high-quality grapes for cool-climate varieties. Acquired in 2018, it spans 140 hectares. Varieties planted: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer.

Santa Bernardita de Pupilla - D.O. Colchagua Valley
One of the first family estates, located in the centre of Colchagua. The soils have high natural fertility with good organic matter and clay, and the Mediterranean climate creates perfect conditions for classic wines. Acquired in 1980, it covers 185 hectares. Varieties planted: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Carménère, Merlot, Syrah, Alicante Bouschet, Malbec.

Santa Juana - D.O. Colchagua Valley
Located in the centre of Colchagua, this vineyard is dedicated to producing grapes for classic wines. The deep clay soils with a high water table and the Mediterranean climate characterise this vineyard. Acquired in 1976, it covers 29 hectares. Planted varieties: Merlot.

Puquillay Alto - D.O. Colchagua Valley
The original LFE estate, with vineyards dating back to the 1930s. Surrounded by an outlet of the Andes foothills, it is isolated and picturesque. It features flat land and slopes of high fertility, with loamy clay textures. Acquired in 1976, it covers 235 hectares. Varieties planted: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Cinsault, Syrah, Alicante Bouschet, Viognier.

LFE900 - D.O. Colchagua Valley
Among the highest vineyards planted in Colchagua, the LFE900 project is ambitious and unique. Located at 900 m.a.s.l., its soils are characterised by a complex geological mix created by granite and volcanic rocks. It was planted with a focus on the diversity of soils and solar exposures of the mountain. The lower average temperatures allow the grapes to mature at a consistent rate until full ripening. Acquired in 1976, it covers 140 hectares. Varieties planted: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carménère, Garnacha, Malbec, Merlot, Monastrell, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Tempranillo.

La Quesería de Nilahue - D.O. Colchagua Coast
The coastal area of Colchagua has ideal conditions for producing both white and red varieties in a cooler climate. With a Mediterranean climate and fresh sea breezes, controlled ripening and rich granitic soils are achieved. The LFE estate is located 30 km from the coast. The soils are granitic in the hills and loamy sand in the sedimentary basin. Acquired in 2012, it covers 718 hectares. Varieties planted: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Viognier, Riesling, Roussanne, Gewürztraminer, Syrah.

Las Rosas - D.O. Maule Valley
The Maule Valley has a rich wine tradition dating back to the beginning of Spanish colonisation in the 16th century. The vineyard soils are clay, loamy clay, and loamy. Acquired in 2011, it covers 205 hectares. Varieties planted: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carménère, Chardonnay, Alicante Bouschet, Riesling, Roussanne, Malbec, Cariñena, Pinot Gris.

Mantul - D.O. Maule Valley
A vineyard with clay, loamy clay, and loamy soils. Acquired in 2011, it covers 116 hectares. Varieties planted: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carménère, Alicante Bouschet, Cariñena.

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