Wine Tour: Viña Santa Rita - Maipo's Heritage and History

Wine Tour: Viña Santa Rita - Maipo's Heritage and History Step back in time and discover one of Chile's most historic and traditional wineries: Viña Santa Rita, founded in 1880 by Domingo Fernández Concha. Located in the prestigious Maipo Valley, this winery is a living testament to the country's winemaking heritage. 🏛️ National Monument and French Architecture Santa Rita stands out for its impressive infrastructure, built using technology and design brought directly from France: Aging Cellar: Located in Alto Jahuel (Buín) is one of the oldest aging cellars in Chile. This structure, made of mortar and stone by French architects, has been declared a National Monument. Icon Wines: In its underground cellars, the winery's most premium and high-end wines patiently age, including globally acclaimed labels like Casa Real and Medalla Real Cabernet Sauvignon. 🍇 The Art of Aging Get an up-close look at the process that gives Santa Rita wines their distinct character: Oak Barrels: The aging cellars use French and American oak barrels, where the wine rests and acquires its complexity, body, and a soft, delicate oak aroma. A cultural and oenological experience connecting the flavor of Maipo with the history of Chile!