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Santa Rita Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 Wine Review

Santa Rita Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Santa Rita Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Maipo Valley

Community Score:93/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $133.00

Drink: 2012-2020

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Santa Rita

Agent: E&J Gallo Winery Canada Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 93/100

A rich, full-bodied red with a towering structure and good cellar potential. Built like a Bordeaux but with the power of Chilean fruit.

This Santa Rita Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 was reviewed on June 22, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 571885
  • $94.72 
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Reviews and Ratings

Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Intense ruby red color with aromas of juicy, ripe red fruits, fresh mint and spices complemented by notes of leather, vanilla and sweet aromas from its wood storage. The palate is intense and tasty, a magnificent balance between fruit and acidity. 92 pts Wine Advocate

Source: NB Liquor Stores
Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Couleur rouge rubis intense avec des arômes de fruits rouges murs et juteux, de menthe fraîche et d’épices complétées par des notes de cuir, de vanille et des arômes sucrés provenant du rangement dans du bois. Le palais est intense et savoureux

Source: NB Magasin d'Alcool
The 2008 vintage is a surprising balance between the fruit, fine tannins, and
concentration. More than opulent, this wine is elegant above all else, a characteristic
that recalls its origins and the characteristics of the terroir.
Bright and intense in color, expressive on the nose, fruity, ripe, and bearing notes
of spice that are typical of the terroir. Concentrated and elegant on the palate,
with tremendous balance, which ensures great aging potential.

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