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Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 Wine Review

Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Maipo Valley, Chile

Community Score:81/100

Community Reviews: 5

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Price: $13.95

Drink: 2015-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Santa Rita

Agent: E&J Gallo Winery Canada Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 89/100

An amazing price for this quality! Juicy, supple and delicious with aromas of ripe black plums and blackberries a hint of smoke. Pair with a pepper steak.

Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: red meats, ripe cheeses, meat sauce pasta dishes.

This Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 was reviewed on May 22, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 211623
  • $8.87 
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  • AGLC
  • 211623

Reviews and Ratings

Melanie Lloyd - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

On the nose, this Cabernet Sauvignon has juicy blackberry and blackcurrant aromas with subtle earthy beets, violet, sweet spice, and sweet tobacco.

On the palate, there are black plum and blackcurrant flavours with espresso at the finish.

Tasted May 2018
Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

What a great value! Aromas of currant, blackberry, mint and some smoky spice on the nose. Smooth tannin, lots of.dark, ripe fruit on the palate, and a medium finish. Medium bodied and medium acidity. Overall, great bang for your buck! Enjoy with burgers or grilled pork chops.
Jenna rated this wine as 60/100

1 Member would buy this wine again

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