Matetic

Matetic is a wine producer in the Rosario Valley, where its first vineyards were planted in 1999. Julio Bastías is chief winemaker at its gravity-flow winery, built in 2003.

The vineyards cover 160 hectares, 9–19 km from the ocean and 260 metres above sea level. With consultant Alan York’s support, the transition to organic and biodynamic management began in 2002; organic certification followed in 2004. All 160 hectares received Demeter biodynamic certification in 2013. As part of vineyard management, geese, chickens, alpacas, sheep and cows help control weeds. Its wines include the EQ line, made with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. In the winery, the wines are aged for 12–22 months in French barrels.