The '120' wine label commemorates the 120 Chilean patriots who hid in the winery cellars during the Battle of Rancagua.
The onsite Museo Andino is a private foundation that exhibits artifacts ranging from the Atacama Desert cultures to Mapuche textile traditions.
The vineyard cellars utilized an earthquake-resistant construction method using lime, sand, and egg whites.
The estate's park was designed by French landscaper Guillermo Renner in the late 19th century.
The Casa Real hotel building is a former residence of Paula Jaraquemada, a national heroine of the Chilean independence movement.
Viña Santa Rita is a historic Chilean winery located in Buin, centered around the 19th-century Casa Real estate. The site houses the Museo Andino, which features an extensive collection of over 3,000 pre-Columbian archaeological pieces from various cultures in Chile. The winery grounds are designated as a National Monument, containing colonial-era architecture and expansive landscaped parks. The estate is historically significant as the refuge site for 120 patriots during the Chilean War of Independence in 1814. Visitors can explore the historic wine cellars built with 'cal y canto' mortar, a technique combining lime and egg whites. The estate operates as an active vineyard, hotel, and cultural center, blending viticulture with national heritage.
The central courtyard of the Casa Real with its fountain and surrounding colonial architecture.
Book guided tours in advance as museum access and winery walks may have capacity limits.
Combine the wine tasting tour with a dedicated visit to the Museo Andino to see the full collection.
Wear comfortable walking shoes for traversing the expansive park and stone-paved cellar areas.
Do not attempt to visit without a prior reservation, as independent access to the estate grounds and cellars is restricted.
The Museo Andino is typically closed on Mondays.
Business casual or comfortable tourist attire is appropriate; remain quiet and respectful within the museum galleries.
