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Heritage and enterprise are hallmarks of Chile’s Santa Rita winery. Founded in 1880, this historic property was among the first to pioneer plantings of European grape varieties in Chile. Grapes for Santa Rita’s Medalla Real wines are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness from the estates best and oldest wines. Intense fruit and a judicious use of French oak in the Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay result in complex and concentrated wines that are simultaneously elegant and classical in style.

Production Area
Maipo Valley, Chile. Vineyards are located 1,640 feet above sea level. The influence of the Andes Mountains creates a significant thermal oscillation between day and night temperatures and a gradual decrease in temperatures towards the end of summer, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly. Thus, the fruit maintains concentration of flavor and while tannins ripen properly. The soils are of alluvial origin, stratified and gently sloped with medium depth, a loamy texture and basic pH

Grape Varieties
100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vinification
Fermented at temperatures ranging from 77-82°F. Maceration time varies according to the character of the harvest. The wine is aged 12-14 months in French oak barrels (1/3 new, 1/3 1-year-old and 1/3 2-year-old)

Color
Lustrous ruby red

Bouquet
Ripe red and black fruit aromas mingle with leather and spice, exquisitely balanced by wood notes evoking vanilla and toast

Taste
Supple tannins and a majestic structure conclude in a complex and persistent finish

Alcohol
14.6%

Serving Suggestions
Delicious with steaks, wild game, hearty stews, casseroles and ripe, semi-creamy cheeses