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Casa Lapostolle Merlot Cuvée Alexandre 2012
Apalta Valley, Santa Cruz, Valle del Colchagua, Valle del Rapel, Region del Valle Central, ChileCherry, earthy, spicy, cedar, mint, bay, chocolate, floral and savoury herb aromas. Fresh, dry, juicy palate with vanilla, cedar, cherry, plum, tobacco, peppery, menthol flavours. A touch dry and warm on the finish but should improve with 1-3 years. Well-made stylish merlot perfect with rib-eye steaks.Tasted: 20 January 2014Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $30.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
ON | $25.00 | 750ml | Vintages |
QC | $27.50 | 750ml | |
NF | $28.00 | 750ml | |
AB | $28.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
Blend: Merlot - SyrahCSPC: 459206UPC: 88110831264