Monday, February 18, 2008

Santa Rita 120 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006

I tried a new Cabernet Sauvignon I purchased at Trader Joes called 120 Santa Rita. It's a 2006 vintage from the Rapel Valley in Chile.



Chile has become a prime importer of red wine to the US. And the price was great at $5.99. In my retirement I'm always looking for good value. And Trade Joes is a prime outlet for good wine values.


I really enjoyed this product. It has a full body with reduced tannins due to the oak aging. The nose has cherry, tobacco, and plum overtones. It has a clean finish with a nice aftertaste. And the best part is that the cost is $3.99. Pick up a bottle and enjoy it with a good steak. In fact, purchase some rolled stuffed skirt steaks at Trader Joes at the same time. A perfect pairing. And let me know what you think