Long-lasting drop with charm and finesse. Great pleasure with a bitter to sweet aftertaste.

Clos Apalta, 2003 (Short tasting)

Winery

Casa Lapostolle

Country

Chile

Region

Bottle size

0.75l

Grape(s)

Cabernet Sauvignon: 57%
Carménère: 34%
Merlot: 9%

Rating

93 WB

Fill level

Label condition

Capsule condition

Eye

Clearness:

clear

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Color depth:

impenetrably

Nose

Aroma:

Herbs, Soya, Rum Pot

Mouth

Sweetness:

subtle

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Acid:

fine

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Tannins:

velvety

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Astringency:

mouthcoating

Aroma:

Herbs, Licorice, Plum compote, Tobacco

Palate

Body:

powerfull

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Alcoholic strength:

heavy

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Consistency:

concentrated

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Intensity:

sustained

Aroma:

Tea, Licorice, Raisins, Elder, Blackberry

Overall impression

Interesting wine that spoils the senses with its multi-layered flavours from fruit to herb bouquet.