Lapostolle
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.9
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Lapostolle winery in Chile's Colchagua Valley. This wine is made from carefully selected Merlot grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the valley's unique terroir and ideal climate. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, including hand harvesting, gentle pressing, and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex expression of Merlot, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot is a perfect choice for wine lovers who appreciate the artistry and quality of a well-crafted red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot offers an inviting nose of dark cherry and plum, with hints of cedar and spice.On the palate, this wine has subtle tannins that lead to a pleasant, medium body with flavors of ripe berries, sweet tobacco and a touch of mocha. The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering hint of oak. Overall, this is a well-balanced, complex Merlot that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Lapostolle
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.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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