Santa Carolina Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva de la Familia

Over 140 years ago, Viña Santa Carolina's founder Luis Pereira decided to reserve the best wines in his cellar for his family to enjoy exclusively. A century later, the tradition is maintained and Reserva de Familia has become Santa Carolina's flagship.

The grapes used in this wine are sourced from the El Mariscal vineyard in the higher Maipo valley, renowned for its ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. Located at the foot of the Andes Mountains on the northern bank of the Maipo river, the vineyard grows on alluvial soil composed of gravel, clay, and sand, with very good drainage.

The temperate Mediterranean climate is refreshed by the cool breeze coming from the mountains. This creates important temperature differences between day and night, resulting in slow maturation and producing elegant wines of silky tannins and nice concentration. Each parcel in the vineyard was harvested manually and separately to obtain the maximum grape potential.

Each parcel was fermented separately in stainless steel tanks at about 28º C. Once fermentation was completed, the wine was stored in French oak barrels for a minimum of 14 months. After aging and malolactic fermentation, the final blend was assembled, creating a wine of great elegance and complex aromatic dimensions.

Santa Carolina Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon is not just any ordinary wine. It's a gift that embodies the spirit of Chilean winemaking, crafted with care and attention to detail, resulting in a wine that truly stands out from the crowd.

From its deep, ruby-red color to its captivating aroma of black fruit, vanilla, and spice, every aspect of this cabernet sauvignon exudes elegance and sophistication. But it's not just about appearance, this wine is a true celebration of flavor. The smooth, velvety mouthfeel, the bold fruit flavors, and the perfectly balanced tannins are a testament to the quality of the grapes and the expertise of the winemakers.

Tasting Notes:

A wine of bright garnet color with violet hues and nice concentration in the glass. The nose is rich in aromas of black pepper, red cherries, and hints of fine, well integrated wood. The stylish mouth features very pure red and black fruit, powerful and complex tannins, and a finish marked by notes of vanilla and cedar.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Aged for 14 months in French oak barrels.

Maipo Valley, Chile

Wine Advocate Rating: 91 Pts.

13.5% ABV

750 ML