The Santa Rita winery was founded in 1880 by Domingo Fernandez in the same area of Alto Jahuel where its main facilities stand today. From the end of the nineteenth century to mid-1970s, the winery developed under the ownership of the García Huidobro family.
Then in 1980, the Claro group and the Owens Illinois company – the main producer of glass containers in the world – acquired the Santa Rita winery property. Together with this, great technological advances and winemaking techniques were introduced to wine production: in the commercial area, the 120 line was launched in 1982, and in 1985-1986, Santa Rita winery wines began significant penetration into world markets.
In 1988, the Claro group took total control of the winery. The year before, Santa Rita had acquired the Carmen brand, of great prestige in the local market.
At the end of the 80s and the beginning of the 90s there began a period of great expansion for the winery, sustained by the strong boost in its exports and the excellent reputation of its wines.
In turn, in the agricultural area Santa Rita completed the acquisition and planting of more than 1,000 hectares in the most important Chilean wine producing valleys: Maipo, Rapel, Lontué, Casablanca and Apalta.
In 1992, project Viña Carmen began, oriented towards the production of fine wines for the international market. And in 1997, Santa Rita winery made its first entry abroad when it formed Viña Doña Paula PLC in the Republic of Argentina.
In 2001, it acquired the Terra Andina brand. In 2003, Santa Rita Europe Limited was created with an office in London. In 2005, distributor Santa Rita Ltd was formed. In 2008, Santa Rita USA Corp was founded with an office in Miami. And in 2009, Nativa Eco Wines PLC was formed to develop organic wines.
Santa Rita and its subsidiaries currently market their products in over 75 countries, always focusing on the premium and superfine segment. All the above forms the basis which has allowed Santa Rita winery to place itself in a privileged position as producer and leading exporter of quality premium and superior quality wines.
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Chile » Maipo Valley
“120 Carménère is an illustrative variety of Chilean wines, dominated by aromas of black and red fruits and spices. Its silky, deep tannins make it
9bChile » Maipo Valley
“120 Sauvignon Blanc is bright greenish in color with herbal aromas mingled with white flowers and fruit. The refreshing palate has nicely balanced acidity and
52aChile » Maipo Valley
Wine Enthusiast 92 “A stacked nose includes aromas of tomato, herbs, cocoa, molasses and berry fruits. The saturated palate announces that this is a big one,
7cChile » Maipo Valley
James Suckling 91 “A red with blueberry and blackberry character that shows through beautifully on the palate. Medium body, fine tannins. A blend of cabernet sauvignon,
4cChile » Maipo Valley
“Berry and plum aromas smell a bit burnt, sort of like a burning field. A healthy lively medium-bodied palate delivers smoky oaky roasted berry and
Wine Enthusiast 90 "This is a heavily oaked Carménère, so aromas of caramel, vanilla and licorice share space on the bouquet with stewed, foresty notes. Plump
“This medium intensity wine has a brilliant yellow color with green hues. Its intense aroma is a fragrant blend of citrus fruit and maracuya with
Wine Enthusiast 87 “No, this is not a misprint. This $6 Chardonnay is a quaffer's dream. Aromas of apple and pear are clean and pleasant. In
James Suckling 93 “Layered and very pretty with very fine tannins and ripe strawberry and lightly toasted oak. Medium to full body. Pretty finish. Gorgeous.”
Wine Spectator 90 "Very solid for the vintage, with crushed plum, fig and black current fruit nicely woven with maduro tobacco and bittersweet cocoa notes. There's
" Brilliant ruby red colour. An intense bouquet developed through a combination of mature red fruits and plums and vanilla tones with a fine toast
"Ripe red and black fruit aromas mingle with leather and spice, exquisitely balanced by wood notes evoking vanilla and toast. Subtle tannins and a majestic
Wine Enthusiast 91 "Aromas of tobacco, vanilla and licorice are nicely intermixed with black fruit scents. The palate on this blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
James Suckling 90 "This has ginger with dried strawberries and flowers. Slightly jammy but finishes austere enough. Drink now."
"Intense ruby red. Ripe black fruit, plums and fine herbs, gracefully combined with vanilla, cloves and fragrant spices. Complex body mingles soft tannins with
Robert Parker 93 "The 2004 Triple C is composed of 55% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Carmenere. It is a purple-colored wine with a
"Ripe red and black fruit aromas mingle with leather and spice, exquisitely balanced by wood notes evoking vanilla and toast. Subtle tannins and a majestic
Wine Spectator 92 "An elegant and complex red, offering rich and concentrated flavors of dark cherry, damson plum, raspberry and chocolate that show a creamy intensity.
James Suckling 93 "A red with complex aromas of blackberries, blueberries and mint. Full body, with fine tannins and flavorful finish. It seduces you with all
"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
"Deep violet red color. Bouquet of ripe red fruits, fresh cherries, cassis, dark chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, and licorice stand out on the nose, along with
Wine Spectator 90 "Woodsy black-fruit aromas include hints of cool cola, green leaf and licorice root…Flavors of herbal spice and chocolate are equaled by plum and
"Colors of lustrous ruby red and a bouquet of ripe red and black fruit aromas mingle with leather and spice, exquisitely balanced by wood notes
