Austral begins in Cautin province and extends south through Osorno towards Chiloé, near the limits where soil and climate permit grape growing. Vineyard development is relatively recent and often takes place alongside cattle farming. Riesling and Chardonnay make white wines that can be relatively low in alcohol. Chardonnay from Cautin can have citrus, flinty and bready notes with a medium-light body. Pinot Noir from the area can show earthy, herbal and dark-cherry flavours. On an Osorno wine label, Lago Ranco or Rio Bueno Valley names a more specific growing area.
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