Chile's most celebrated red wine valley in the Rapel region. Warm, dry climate suited to Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Malbec. Sub-zones Marchigüe, Peralillo, and Santa Cruz produce wines of increasing complexity. Home to the famous Route of Wine.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Good Colchagua vintage; balanced Carménère with fresh herb expression |
| 2022 | — | Ideal conditions; Carménère fully ripe |
| 2021 | — | Balanced vintage with good freshness |
| 2020 | — | Classic Chilean vintage; outstanding concentration |
| 2019 | — | Steady year; approachable and elegant |
| 2018 | — | Outstanding year widely praised by critics |
| 2017 | — | Variable year; Apalta's protected microclimate delivered above-average quality |