Santa Rita Winery: Premium Wine Tour & Tasting with Park Walk

Summary

Chilean wine tasting at Santa Rita with historic park strolls and cellar visits

You’ll walk vineyard paths under the Andes at Santa Rita Winery, taste three ultra-premium wines paired with local snacks, explore historic cellars and gardens, then wander a museum filled with pre-Columbian art. It’s not just about wine — you’ll catch glimpses of Chilean history and culture at every turn. Expect moments that linger long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

You know that moment when you step out of the van and the air just smells different? That was my first impression at Santa Rita Winery, somewhere between fresh-cut grass and old stone — maybe it’s the Andes in the background or just nerves because I’d never done a proper wine tour before. Our guide, Camila, waved us over with a grin (she had this habit of switching between Spanish and English mid-sentence, which made me feel oddly at home). The group was small — maybe ten of us — so it felt more like tagging along with friends than anything official.

We started wandering through rows of vines, sunlight flickering off the leaves. Camila plucked a grape and handed it to me — “Cabernet Sauvignon,” she said, but honestly I couldn’t tell by taste. She laughed when I admitted it. The main keyword here is “premium wine tour” but what stuck with me was how quiet everything felt except for birds and someone’s distant laughter from the restaurant patio. There’s an old Roman bath tucked behind some hedges — not something I expected to find in Chile, but there it was, all mossy stone and cool shade.

The cellars were my favorite part. It smelled like earth and wood and something sweet I couldn’t place. We tried three ultra-premium wines (with cheese, nuts, crackers — don’t skip the cheese), standing around these enormous barrels while Camila explained how long each batch aged. I asked too many questions about corks versus screw tops; nobody seemed to mind. Afterward we wandered through a park full of ancient trees and ended up in front of this tiny neo-gothic chapel where someone had left fresh flowers on the steps.

I didn’t make it to the Andean Museum until later (it’s self-guided), but seeing those pre-Columbian pieces after tasting wine from vines that old — it all kind of blurred together in my head in a good way. I still think about that view back toward Santiago as we left, sun dipping behind the mountains, glass in hand (they let you keep one). Not everything made sense but maybe that’s part of why I liked it so much.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Santa Rita Winery and Heritage

• Walk through vineyards and varietal garden
• Learn wine-making, aging, and bottling process
• Visit 19th-century park and gardens
• See Roman baths and neo-gothic chapel
• Taste 3 ultra premium wines with snacks

Top questions

How do I get to Santa Rita Winery from Santiago?

The winery is located in Alto Jahuel near Santiago; public transportation options are available nearby.

Is this premium wine tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, both beginners and experienced wine lovers will enjoy the tour.

Are children allowed on the Santa Rita Winery tour?

Children can join but must be 18 or older for wine tasting; juice is offered for under 18s.

What does the Santa Rita premium tour include?

The tour includes vineyard walks, cellar visits, wine tastings with snacks, access to gardens and park, plus entry to the Andean Museum.

Is Santa Rita Winery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas including transportation are wheelchair accessible.

How many wines do we taste on this tour?

You’ll taste three ultra-premium wines during your visit.

Does the premium wine tour include food?

The tasting includes cheese, crackers, and nuts served with your wines.

Can I visit the Andean Museum during my winery day trip?

Yes, entry to the Andean Museum is included but it’s self-guided.

What’s included

Your day covers guided walks through vineyards and varietal gardens with a professional guide leading tastings of three ultra-premium wines paired with cheese, crackers, and nuts. You’ll also have access to Santa Rita’s historic cellars and 19th-century parklands plus entry to explore the Andean Museum at your own pace—and you’ll leave with a gift glass as a keepsake.