
Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend
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Flavour profile
Discover the magic of Chile's wine valleys with Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend, a jewel of vinous refinement. This is a wine that invites discovery, enjoyment, and celebration of the small details that make life rich. The name "Secret Reserve" captures the imagination and reveals that true magic lies in the attention to detail—both in the vineyards and in the masterful creation of each bottle.
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Tannins
- Complexity
- Moderately complex
Aromas & flavours
Grape & vineyard
Winemaking & ageing
From vineyard to bottle
The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.
Discover the magic of Chile's wine valleys with Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend, a jewel of vinous refinement. This is a wine that invites discovery, enjoyment, and celebration of the small details that make life rich. The name "Secret Reserve" captures the imagination and reveals that true magic lies in the attention to detail—both in the vineyards and in the masterful creation of each bottle.
The Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend is like a liquid jewel, its deep violet color creating a visual feast even before the bottle is opened. Upon first indulging, aromas of ripe red fruits like plums, cherries, and raspberries greet us, framed by subtle hints of vanilla. The palate reveals a fresh and juicy palate, richly endowed with depth and supple, ripe tannins. On the back of the nose, there are lovely hints of vanilla, licorice, and a touch of spice.
The vineyards that produce the Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend are nestled in the shadow of the Andes, where cool afternoon breezes slow ripening and produce fruit that stands out for its balance and fresh, varietal flavors. The harvest, carefully carried out between the last week of April and the first week of May, is a testament to meticulousness and passion. The grapes, lovingly destemmed and crushed, reveal their souls during fermentation. This is followed by light oak aging, which makes the wine truly exceptional.
We now understand why the "secret" in Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend refers to the subtle details that permeate every aspect of the winery—it's a secret we uncover with every sip.
An ideal companion for game, turkey, pork, and all kinds of pasta, Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend is ready to transform any meal into a festive occasion. When you share Santa Rita Secret Reserve Red Blend, you're sharing more than just a wine—you're sharing an experience, a conversation, a moment of connection enhanced by a shared appreciation for a wine crafted with a commitment to quality and complexity.
Vintage 2019
Herkomst & details
The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.
The wine
Red · Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo · 2019
- Wine type
- Red
- Varietal(s)
- Cabernet Sauvignon , Petite Sirah , Tempranillo
- Vintage
- 2019
- Size
- 0.75 L
- Alcohol content
- 13.5%
- Closure
- -
Origin & winery
Chile · Maipo Valley
- Producer
- Santa Rita
- Winery websiteWebsite
- www.santarita.com (opens in a new tab)
- Country
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Chile
- Region
- Maipo Valley
- Appellation
- -
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Terroir & maturation
Light oaking
- Soil
- -
- Maturation
- Light oaking
- Oak aged
- Yes
- Single grape variety
- -
- Sparkling
- No
- Malolactic conversion
- Yes
Serving & cellaring
Game,
Turkey,
Pork,
Pasta
- Ideal serving temperature
- 16° - 18°C
- Drinking Window
- 2021–2026
- Food Pairing
- Game,
Turkey,
Pork,
Pasta
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