Vintage Report

Appellation

Apalta.

BLEND

50% Carmenere, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot

HARVEST

February 23rd to April 25th

GROWING CONDITIONS

The 2023 vintage in Apalta was an early and warm season, with a slightly lower deficit of 23% compared to historical data. However, with 464 mm of rain, it provided 46% more than the minimal rainfall recorded in the 2022 vintage. June and July saw the most concentrated rains, resulting in good hydric levels in the soils. The temperatures during winter were cooler due to the final phase of the "La Niña" climatic phenomenon. From mid-October onwards, higher temperatures and sunny days became the norm, with consistent heat waves and peaks from November onwards until the beginning of April 2023. Careful irrigation and canopy management were key to maintain plant balance and prevent heat damage. The harvest started on February 22nd and ended on April 25th, and the wines showed outstanding depth, elegance, and dense fruit expression. The detailed work in the vineyard, cellar, and fast-moving to harvest allowed for freshness and juicy fruit on whites and rosé, as well as promising results with reds.