Le Petit Clos 2020
Le Petit Clos is a different interpretation of the Clos Apalta Terroir, using the mastery of blending that is the heart of the winemaking philosophy from the Domaines Bournet-Lapostolle
Tasting Notes
Color
Bright red garnet with violet edges.
Nose
Very intense nose with black fruit, herbs and black currant aromas. Red fruit aromas such as cherries and strawberry with spices and cedar notes.
Palate
Round and elegant palate, followed with round and persistent tannins. with a dense and concentrated finish.
Vintage Report
Appellation
Apalta.
BLEND
40% Carmenère, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot
HARVEST
March 4th 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.
Technical sheet
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