Viña Santa Rita

Owners: Grupo Claro
Head Winemakers: Sebastián Labbé, Teresita Ovalle
Website: santarita.cl
Commercial Contact:
America: agauci@santarita.cl
EMEA: tpennington@santarita.cl
Asia: rmartinez@santarita.cl



History
As part of Santa Rita Estates, one of the largest wine groups in South America, Viña Santa Rita shares its legacy with Viña Carmen in Chile and Doña Paula in Argentina.

Founded in 1880 in Alto Jahuel, in the Maipo Valley, Santa Rita has established itself as one of Chile’s most emblematic wineries and one of the most important on the continent. With more than 140 years of history, it maintains a strong international presence, exporting to over 50 countries across five continents.

With nearly 3,000 hectares of vineyards, Viña Santa Rita is present in Chile’s principal wine-producing regions, embracing a unique diversity of climates, soils, and winemaking expressions. From the coastal freshness of Limarí, Casablanca, and Leyda to the recognised heritage of Maipo, Apalta, and Colchagua, and the tradition of Maule, this geographical breadth allows the production of wines with strong identity and a wide range of styles that reflect the richness of Chilean viticulture.

Production is centred at the historic Alto Jahuel winery, one of the oldest still in operation in the country. Here, the estate’s heritage buildings—declared a Historic Monument in 1972—stand alongside a century-old park. Inspired by this setting, its flagship wines pay homage to the winery’s historical legacy and natural surroundings. From Alto Jahuel, Santa Rita has developed a vision that goes beyond wine, valuing its cultural and natural heritage with an approach that blends tradition and innovation.

True to its commitment to sustainability, the winery has implemented a robust programme built on environmental, social, and economic pillars, with responsible practices that extend from vineyard management to the wellbeing of its employees and engagement with the community. This approach aims to position it as a benchmark in sustainable viticulture, captivating consumers around the world through the excellence, identity, and vision of its wines.

Vineyards
Limarí Valley
134 hectares of vineyards located 28 km from the Pacific Ocean and 400 km north of Santiago. The vineyards are situated in the second terrace of the Limarí Valley and feature alluvial soils with a first layer of clay texture and a second layer of sandy clay and stones, with deposits of calcium carbonate between both layers. The climate is heavily influenced by the proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the low hills of the Coastal Mountain Range. Coastal fogs dissipate around midday, allowing for a moderate temperature increase thanks to the cool sea breezes. In January, the warmest month of the year, afternoon temperatures can reach up to 20°C. The average annual temperature is 15.3°C, with average annual precipitation of 150 mm. Grape varieties planted: Chardonnay and Syrah.

Casablanca Valley
Vineyards located 80 km from Santiago and close to the Pacific Ocean (26 km), at an average altitude of 500 m above sea level. The soils are colluvial-alluvial in origin with a sandy loam and sandy loam texture, low in nutrients, high permeability, and low moisture retention. These characteristics result in low yields and highly concentrated varietal characteristics. The climate is Mediterranean, with a temperature oscillation of 16°C between day and night. The most significant influence in Casablanca is the proximity to the sea and its effect on cooling the valley. Average annual temperature: 13.4°C. Average annual precipitation: 450 mm. Grape varieties planted: Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.

Leyda Valley
85 hectares of vineyards located just 14 km from the Pacific Ocean, in the Coastal Mountain Range, southwest of Santiago. The soils are thin and clayey, with a granitic origin. The thermal conditions are Mediterranean-type, with low temperatures due to the proximity to the sea. Average annual temperature: 14.2°C. Average annual precipitation: 471 mm. Grape varieties planted: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.

Maipo Valley
Located 40 km south of Santiago, at the foothills of the Andes Mountains, with alluvial and colluvial soils. The climate is Mediterranean semi-arid, characterized by cold winters with moderate rainfall and hot, dry summers. The temperature oscillation can reach 20°C. Average annual temperature: 13.9°C. Average annual precipitation: 400 mm. Grape varieties planted: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, and Cabernet Franc.

Colchagua Valley
Located 181 km south of Santiago and 45 km from the Pacific Ocean. The soils have a volcanic origin, with clay and sandy loam textures. The climate is dry and warm, with dry summers and rainy winters, and is heavily influenced by the Coastal Mountain Range. Average annual temperature: 14.9°C. Average annual precipitation: 595 mm. Grape varieties planted: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Carménère.

Apalta Valley
Located 190 km south of Santiago. The higher and middle sectors have soils with granitic sediments deposited at the base of the hills, with sandy loam and sandy clay textures. The lower sector consists of alluvial deposits, with loam and clay loam soils. The climate has a significant temperature variation and cool breezes from the coast through the Tinguiririca River. Average annual temperature: 14.7°C. Average annual precipitation: 684 mm. Grape varieties planted: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Carménère.

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