Vintage Report

Appellation

Apalta.

BLEND

59% Carmenére, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc

HARVEST

March 11th to May 23rd

GROWING CONDITIONS

The 2022 vintage in Apalta experienced cooler conditions, slightly smaller yields, and a somewhat longer growing season. The winter was mostly dry, but the season saw 317 mm of rain, almost 50% of normal. The spring was marked by inconsistent weather, with a cold September, a hot October and November, and another cold December. Despite these unstable conditions, there were no recorded frosts, causing a 7- to 11-day delay in shooting and flowering. The summer saw cooler temperatures and increased sunlight in the vineyard, affecting the grapes' growth. A careful irrigation program was crucial to protect the grapes and ensure perfect maturity. Harvesting began seven days later than last year's, depending on the specific block. Despite the Covid-19 sanitary restrictions, the experience from previous seasons and the absence of mobility limitations made the conditions more bearable. The 2022 season was cooler but also had excellent conditions for fruit maturation in most varieties. The moderate temperatures during the ripening period allowed for crafting wines that expressed the different microterroirs of Apalta, with expressive fruit, adequate palate density and texture, balance, and excellent aging potential.