Santa Rita
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Reserva Sauvignon Blanc


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Superb quality and craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Santa Rita, one of Chile’s most admired and innovative wine estates. The dynamic Reserva Series has a well-structured, fruity and youthful style, perfect for any occasion. The winemaker’s objective is to create wines that optimally reflect the typical characteristics of each variety, both in aromas and flavors. At the same time, these wines are elegant and delicately balanced with a complex structure, high concentration and round, long-lasting expression. The Reserva series consists of a Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Carménère.

Production Area
Casablanca Valley, a premier source of fine quality Chilean white wines

Grape Varieties
100% Sauvignon Blanc

Vinification
40% of the grapes are cold-macerated for 18 hours at temperatures below 41°F. The balance is gently crushed. Only free-run juice is used to ensure high fruit concentration and well-balanced acidity, which is essential to this style of crisp, fresh Sauvignon Blanc

Color
Pale straw with green highlights

Bouquet
Bursting with scents of grapefruit, citrus blossom and dried apricots, delicately balanced with black currant and cassis undertones

Taste
Youthful, fresh and well-balanced, ending in a rich, persistent finish

Alcohol
14.3%

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy as an aperitif. Also an excellent companion to poultry, seafood dishes, shellfish, ceviche, shrimp cocktail and caviar



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