Investing in Chile’s Patagonia: A Wise Move for those looking for a bolt hole from the Northern Hemispheres Instability
Investing in Chile’s Patagonia can be exciting for those interested in sustainable tourism, renewable energy, and conservation efforts. Patagonia is a region of Chile located in the southernmost part of the country, known for its pristine wilderness, stunning landscapes, and diverse wildlife. It is a perfect investment opportunity for those concerned about the unstable political situation in the United States and Europe and for traditional estate investors. The region is known for its natural beauty,…
Chile Investors need a RUT Tax Number
Chile Investors need a RUT Tax Number There are two types of numbers commonly referred to as a “RUT” in Chile. A temporary RUT for foreigners is only a tax payer ID number. Another type of “RUT” (sometimes called RUN) is for Chilean citizens and Chilean Residents. The permanent RUT for citizens and national is a national ID number, similar to a Social Security Number in the United States, and is used for passports, tax issues, ID, and many other things. Companies are also issued “RUT” numbers…
Chile’s most well known vineyards are among the worlds best and are open to the public
Chile’s most well-known vineyards are among the world’s best. Viña Concha y Toro Probably the most famous vineyard in Chile, Viña Concha y Toro boasts a variety of different wines from the Maipo valley. It is easily accessible from Santiago by bus (approx. 45 minutes) which makes it a regular tourist attraction, taking less than half a day. Tours are given in both Spanish and English. English tours run at 10:00 – 11:30 – 15:00, Monday through Sunday except on public holidays. Reservations…
Chile’s drive to reinvigorate the agricultural co-operative economy continues
‘We have a very demanding international market in terms of volume and quality, and for that small farmers have to unite in co-operatives’ Chile’s agriculture minister Antonio Walker has announced a meeting of Congress in October to explore “the best legislation to reinvigorate modern co-operatives in Chile”. Speaking at a special session on co-operatives, organised by the senator of the Los Ríos region, Alfonso de Urresti, the minister said: “Co-operatives represent the most important…
Chilean wines: Bad Season or Better Opportunity?
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Chilean Wines: The National Agricultural Society of Chile (SNA) issued a press release which expresses concern about the drop in production this year. The heavy rain that hit Chile caused a significant decline in the harvest. Patricio Crespo, current President of the SNA, said: “According to the data collected from our associates, this records an estimated drop in grape production of 30%, equivalent to about 400 million fewer litres of wine this fall season. This would imply a final production of wine…
Chile’s Vineyards Are Booming
These are boom times for the vineyards of Chile. The latest figures from the International Organisation of Vine and Wine reveal a record year for the South American nation, with wine production up 23%. Chilean wine has long been considered good value for money, a reliable, inexpensive and safe everyday option. But there’s far more to it than budget Sauvignon Blancs; you can also find wines of far superior quality. Jane MacQuitty, in her weekly wine page in The Times (of London), for example, has just recommended…
