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Casa Lapostolle is a Chilean wine producer founded in 1994 by members of the Marnier Lapostolle family, whose background is in French wines and spirits. Its vineyards and winery operations are associated particularly with the Colchagua Valley, where it produces wines from varieties including Carménère, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc. The estate is especially known for Clos Apalta, a red blend built around fruit from old vines.
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Who founded Casa Lapostolle?
Casa Lapostolle was founded in 1994 by the French Marnier Lapostolle family, who are famously the creators of Grand Marnier liqueur. They brought elite French winemaking expertise and significant investment to Chile to produce premium wines.
What is Casa Lapostolle's most famous wine?
The estate is best known for crafting Clos Apalta, a highly acclaimed red blend made primarily from old-vine Carménère, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. It famously received the number one spot on Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines list in 2008.
Where is the Clos Apalta vineyard located?
The Clos Apalta vineyard is located in the Apalta Valley within the Colchagua region of Chile. This unique horseshoe-shaped valley features ancient granitic soils and a microclimate that protects the vines, allowing Carménère to ripen perfectly.
What is the significance of old vines at Casa Lapostolle?
The Clos Apalta blend relies heavily on pre-phylloxera Carménère and Merlot vines that are over 70 years old. These ancient, dry-farmed vines produce extremely low yields, resulting in highly concentrated, complex, and intense wines.
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