Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot
A deep ruby hue. Aromas lead with plum, black cherry, and blackberry, with notes of violet, cocoa, cedar, and sweet baking spice. Presents flavors of lush dark‑fruit flavors, with mocha, tobacco leaf, and herbal nuance. Lapostolle wines are French in essence, Chile by birth. Crafted by Domaine Bournet-Lapostolle, producers of fine wines since 1827. Lapostolle is a result of our unique experience of craftsmanship and French know-how acquired during seven generations.
Grape Varietal: Merlot
Feature: Sustainable, Biodynamic, Organic, Estate Grown
Country: Chile
Region: Central Valley
Appellation: Colchagua Valley
Grape Profile: Merlot shows plum, black cherry, blackberry fruit, complemented by savory layers of tobacco leaf, sage, cedar and subtle spice. There’s a mineral/graphite under-tone and firm tannins that give the wine a shape and aging potential rather than being overly soft or plush.
Region Profile: The Colchagua Valley in Chile benefits from a Mediterranean climate with warm days and cool nights, ideal for growing a variety of grape types. The valley’s diverse soils and coastal influence contribute to the complexity and elegance of its wines, making it one of Chile’s premier wine regions.
Pair with: Grilled steaks, lamb chops, or a hearty beef stew. Rich cheeses like aged Cheddar and Gouda. Vegetable dishes like roasted mushrooms and lentil casserole.
