Clos Apalta is a highly acclaimed wine produced by the renowned winery, Casa Lapostolle, located in the Colchagua Valley of Chile. The wine is made from a blend of Carmenere, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes grown in the estate's biodynamic vineyards. The vineyards are situated on steep slopes with varying soil types, providing unique and complex flavors to the wine. The winemaking process involves hand-harvesting, careful selection of grapes, and aging in French oak barrels for 24 months. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied red with notes of dark fruit, spices, and a long, elegant finish. Clos Apalta is a true representation of the terroir and winemaking expertise of Casa Lapostolle.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This superb Chilean red blend from Clos Apalta is a blend of Carmenere, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.Rich and bold in character, this wine exhibits intense aromas of dark fruits, tobacco, and leather. On the palate, the wine has a velvety texture, with a well-integrated acidity and structured tannins. The finish is long and persistent, with hints of sweet spices and dark berries. An exceptional and complex wine that will surely please the most discerning of palates.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Petit Verdot
ORIGINS
Winery: Clos Apalta
Region: Central Valley
Reigning supreme in terms of production, Chile's Central Valley is the workhorse of the Chilean wine industry. Spanning from Maipo Valley in the north to Maule Valley in the south, it's a massive winegrowing area known for its diverse offerings.