Clos Apalta 2020

"This was a very bountiful vintage, with an aromatic frame that is quite remarcable"Andrea Leon, Chief Winemaker

Tasting Notes

COLOR

Dark rich red with purples hues.

NOSE

Expressive nose with red fruit such as black and red cherry, figs and plums. with a spicy and black pepper notes.

PALATE

Complex and concentrated with broad tanins that open up the palate, with intense structure that bring more fruit and spices towards a very long finish.

Vintage Report

Appellation

Apalta.

BLEND

64% Carmenère, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot

HARVEST

March 2th to April 6th.

GROWING CONDITIONS

The 2020 vintage was a challenging one due to climatic disruptions and the COVID-19 pandemic. The winter had a 72% rainfall deficit, which meant early irrigation was necessary. Spring was marked by dry conditions and high temperatures, leading to early flowering. Unfortunately, two frost events affected the Cabernet Sauvignon yields. Heat waves during the end of spring and beginning of summer entailed careful canopy management and irrigation. However, the dry conditions resulted in excellent sanitary conditions for the fruit. The harvest began 10 days earlier than usual and was carried out with sector-by-sector, block-by-block harvesting due to uneven maturity. Quality control and selective harvesting led to reasonable yields of excellent quality. This season has delivered elevated levels of most compounds of the grape must: sugars, tannins, and an unexpectedly impressive acidity. The COVID-19 pandemic added to the challenge. Despite the hurdle, the team's unfaltering commitment resulted in a successful harvest.

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Technical sheet

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