COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Viña San Pedro
REGION
Rapel Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Santa Helena Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Viña San Pedro in Chile's Central Valley. Founded in 1942, Viña Santa Helena is known for its dedication to perfecting winemaking techniques and sustainable practices. The Gran Reserva range highlights wines of notable complexity, body, and structure. The Central Valley, encompassing regions like Rapel and Colchagua, offers a climate conducive to ripening Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2020 vintage was characterized by a dry, mild winter and moderate spring, leading to an early budburst and flowering.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€31
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Viña Santa Helena was founded in 1942.
Fact 02
The 'Gran Reserva' designation signifies wines of significant complexity and structure.
Fact 03
This wine has received multiple gold medals at the CWSA.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage faced a challenging but promising growing season.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Santa Helena Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted using grapes sourced from Viña Santa Helena's premier vineyards. The winemaking philosophy prioritizes maximizing vineyard potential through sustainable agricultural practices. While specific details on fermentation and aging are not provided, the 'Gran Reserva' designation suggests a commitment to quality and complexity, likely involving a period of maturation. The 2020 vintage was influenced by a dry, mild winter and moderate spring, leading to an earlier start to the growing season.
