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Viña Santa Monica 2001 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley)
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Heavy and gold in color, with aromas of browned butter, wheat and corn cakes. The bouquet and color are heavy, and so is the palate: There you get oak barrel and toast, but little to no fruit. Even the finish is woody, with just a hint of melon and banana. A good experimental wine for those eager to taste oak; otherwise steer clear.
— M.S.
(7/1/2003)
Viña Santa Monica 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley)
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- $8
Varietally typical aromas of grapefruit and green onion start it off, but the palate is more citrusy, as it emphasizes flavors of orange, grapefruit, passion fruit and some pickle. The finish is fresh and clean, and the mouthfeel is juicy. However, dilution of flavors and a failure to improve once opened hold it back.
— M.S.
(7/1/2003)
Viña Santa Monica 2001 Riesling (Rapel Valley)
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- $8
Zippy, with natural rubbery aromas. This is quite tart and has a personality defined by lemon. There’s lemon torte up front, while at the end it’s purely tangy and sharp. Not an astringent, scouring wine, but high acidity comes into play.
— M.S.
(8/1/2003)
Viña Santa Monica 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley)
- $8
Piercing aromas, but not very fruity. It’s a bit like wasabe at the sushi joint. The palate has some cassis, cherry and spice, while the finish is also spicy. At first it shows some power but things fade fast as opposed to improving.
— M.S.
(7/1/2003)
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