Caballo Loco
Caballo Loco is one of Chile’s most distinctive and innovative wine projects, created by Valdivieso as a bold, boundary‑pushing interpretation of premium Chilean blending. Rather than following traditional vintage‑based releases, Caballo Loco is built on a solera‑inspired system, where each edition contains a portion of every previous one. This creates a signature style: deep, complex, layered and unmistakably Caballo Loco. The range has expanded to include regional expressions from Chile’s top valleys, each crafted to showcase the country’s diverse terroirs while maintaining the richness and polish that define the brand.
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Caballo Loco Grand Cru Limari 2022 75cl
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Limari originated in the most prestigious Chilean wine valleys, it is crafted from these exceptional vineyards using only th...Regular price £28.99Sale price £28.99 Regular priceUnit price / per£31.99 -
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Apalta 2023 75cl
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Apalta originated in the most prestigious Chilean wine valleys, it is crafted from these exceptional vineyards using only th...Regular price £28.99Sale price £28.99 Regular priceUnit price / per£31.99 -
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Maipo 2020 75cl
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Maipo originated in the most prestigious Chilean wine valleys, it is crafted from these exceptional vineyards using only the...Regular price £28.99Sale price £28.99 Regular priceUnit price / per£31.99 -
Caballo Loco Red Blend No.21 75cl
The first Caballo Loco Red Blend was produced back in 1994 (Caballo Loco number 1) and made from a blend of 50% of that year’s vintage with an aged...Regular price £45.99Sale price £45.99 Regular priceUnit price / per£49.99 -
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Sagrada Familia 2021 75cl
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Sagrada Familia originated in the most prestigious Chilean wine valleys, it is crafted from these exceptional vineyards usin...Regular price £31.99
A Chilean Icon Built on a Unique Blending Philosophy
The heart of Caballo Loco lies in its multi‑vintage Editions. Each release is built from a blend of premium parcels sourced from across Chile—Maipo, Colchagua, Maule, Limarí and beyond—combined with a portion of the previous Edition. This perpetual blending approach gives the wine a seamless texture and a depth that cannot be achieved through single‑vintage winemaking. It is a philosophy that values continuity and complexity, allowing each Edition to feel both new and familiar at the same time. The wines are known for their concentration, their velvety structure and their ability to age gracefully, developing even greater harmony over time.
Winemaking That Prioritises Depth and Harmony
Caballo Loco’s winemaking is built around long macerations, careful extraction and extended ageing in French oak. The aim is not power for its own sake, but a sense of richness that remains balanced and refined. Black fruit, cedar, sweet spice and polished tannins are hallmarks of the style, and the wines consistently show a luxurious, layered palate that lingers long after each sip. While the Editions are crafted for longevity, the regional Grand Cru wines offer a more immediate window into Chile’s diverse terroirs, each shaped by its own climate, soils and traditions.
Caballo Loco Wines
From the prestigious Maipo Valley comes a Cabernet‑led wine with a distinctly elegant profile. Cassis, graphite and mint weave through a structured, finely shaped palate, creating a wine that is both classic and unmistakably Chilean.
Apalta is one of Chile’s most celebrated regions, and this wine captures its plush, powerful character. Dark berries, cocoa and warm spice unfold in a generous, velvety style that shows the full potential of Colchagua’s best vineyards.
The cool, limestone‑influenced Limarí Valley brings a fresher, more mineral expression to the range. Red and black fruit sit alongside lifted acidity and a subtle savoury edge, giving the wine both energy and depth.
Caballo Loco Grand Cru Sagrada Familia
From the Maule Valley comes a wine with ripe plum, cherry and earthy complexity. It is expressive and generous, with a natural balance that reflects the region’s long history of traditional viticulture.
Caballo Loco Edition (Numbered Releases)
The flagship wine of the project, the Editions are the purest expression of the Caballo Loco philosophy. Each release blends multiple vintages and top parcels to create a wine with black fruit, mocha, cedar and a velvety, persistent finish. It is a wine built on continuity, depth and unmistakable identity.