Rating 94
Style White
Variety
Vintage 2016
Appellation
Aconcagua
Chile
ABV 13.5%
Price $18.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2019-01-11

Perfect For

Feeling Natural, Impressing On A Budget, Sipping Without Food, Treat Yo'self

Drink If You Like

Pinot Gris / Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc , Verdejo

Ritual Casablanca Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2016 Review

If you're not familiar with Chile, Casablanca is one of the country’s white wine capitals with sandy clay soil, significant influence from the Pacific Ocean via the Humboldt current coming up from Antarctica, and vines protected by the Andes to the east. And the three plots Sofia Araya blends into this wine show that in spades. On the nose a hint of bell pepper is layered with bright white peach, hints of mandarin and a touch of honeysuckle. You are rewarded on the palate with all of these characteristics soaring around vibrant acidity leading to a medium finish whetting your palate for more. At under $20, this sustainable wine should be a go-to.

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Ritual Casablanca Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2016
If you're not familiar with Chile, Casablanca is one of the country’s white wine capitals with sandy clay soil, significant influence from the Pacific Ocean via the Humboldt current coming up from Antarctica, and vines protected by the Andes to the east. And the three plots Sofia Araya blends into this wine show that in spades. On the nose a hint of bell pepper is layered with bright white peach, hints of mandarin and a touch of honeysuckle. You are rewarded on the palate with all of these characteristics soaring around vibrant acidity leading to a medium finish whetting your palate for more. At under $20, this sustainable wine should be a go-to.

Reviewed On: 01-11-2019
94
POINTS
Ritual Casablanca Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2016
If you're not familiar with Chile, Casablanca is one of the country’s white wine capitals with sandy clay soil, significant influence from the Pacific Ocean via the Humboldt current coming up from Antarctica, and vines protected by the Andes to the east. And the three plots Sofia Araya blends into this wine show that in spades. On the nose a hint of bell pepper is layered with bright white peach, hints of mandarin and a touch of honeysuckle. You are rewarded on the palate with all of these characteristics soaring around vibrant acidity leading to a medium finish whetting your palate for more. At under $20, this sustainable wine should be a go-to.

Reviewed On: 01-11-2019