The 2017 Clos Apalta is the 20th vintage of this wine that was produced with a blend of 48% Carmenere

The 2000 has been consistently brilliant

Moderately strong reduction flattens the underlying fruit today and all that can be discerned is the wood treatment

Coincidences like that do not really exist

medium-bodied flavors possess much more volume on the much more complex and persistent finish

Sottimano, Barbaresco Cotta Brut Zero The 2017 Clos Apalta isA beam of cherry courses through this rich red, shaded by floral, iron and tobacco accents. This is taut, finishing with dense tannins that make this suitable for the long haul. Shows fine balance and intensity, but patience is required. Best from 2023 through 2045. 750 cases made, 400 cases imported. Published on February 29, 2020