Santa Rita120 Merlot 2022

Name: 120 Merlot
Brand: Santa Rita
SKU: VIN-016720
Price: 10.4 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product code: 16720

£10.40 inc VAT

Red Wine from
Casablanca Valley, Chile

Country: Chile

Region: Casablanca Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Santa Rita

Alcohol: 13%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Óscar Salas

Grape: Merlot

Grape: 100% Merlot

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Country: Chile

Region: Casablanca Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Santa Rita

Alcohol: 13%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: Óscar Salas

Grape: Merlot

Grape: 100% Merlot

Product Notes

Santa Rita 120 Merlot is a delightful Chilean red wine, rich in lustrous, ruby hues. Its enchanting aroma is an intoxicating blend of fruits and herbs, most notably plum, raspberry, and strawberries, which pair flawlessly with an earthy hint of thyme. On the palate, this medium-bodied merlot charms with sophistications of smooth tannins, rounding off with a pleasingly persistent finish. Aged expertly in oak barrels, it beholds layers of complexity and delivers an extraordinary balance of fruitiness and structure. Santa Rita 120 Merlot wine is a true testament to the excellence of Santa Rita winemaking techniques.

Tasting Notes

Our 120 Merlot is an intense ruby-red colored wine, with fruity aromas reminiscent of blackberry and ripe raspberry with toasted notes and a delicate finish. It has great volume and elegance. It is well-balanced in acidity and soft tannins developing a fresh, juicy and persistent finish.

About the Winery

Just a short distance from Chile's bustling capital, Santiago, lies the celebrated Santa Rita Winery. Overlooking the winding Maipo River, Santa Rita Winery's verdant vineyards have basked in the Chilean sun for more than 135 years. Nestled amidst broad lawns and aged, exotic trees, the winery produces some of the most exemplary wines on an international scale.

The winery's far-reaching success can be attributed to the perfect blend of deep-rooted tradition, innovation and sustainability. The diverse characteristic of the region, dappled with unique micro-climates, allows Santa Rita to foster a myriad of different grape varieties. The varieties range from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to the distinctly Chilean Carmenere. With due respect to the indigenous Mapuche culture, the vineyards are named after the Mapuche harbingers, symbolising the ever-present harmony between the winery and its coveted land.

Santa Rita Winery is not only known for its wine production, but also its stunning architecture and rich history. The vineyard main building, a colonial-era edifice imbued with a vintage aura, is a stark contrast to the cutting-edge technology used in its state-of-the-art cellars. These cellars are home to thousands of French Oak barrels where their wines are left to mature and gain their sophisticated palate.

Moreover, living up to its commitment to sustainability, the Sant Rita Winery has introduced innovative and environmentally friendly practices. From recycling wastes to solar-powered operations, the winery sets a new standard for the vinicultural world.

One doesn't get the complete Santa Rita experience without visiting the renowned Andean Museum; situated on the winery grounds. The museum hosts a wide array of pre-Columbian artifacts offering a fascinating insight into Chile's rich past.

Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply a traveller looking for an incredible experience. The Santa Rita Winery is definitely worth a visit. Its magnificent landscapes, world-class wines and the profound sense of history are truly unmatched.

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