Being produced in California rather than imported from Mexico gives it a logistical advantage in freshness

The finish is moderate in length and clean enough to invite another sip

high-extraction styles

Fermentation and élevage follow traditional methods with minimal intervention

and lifted rather than heavy or jammy

Casa Lapostolle Apalta Red cream-liqueur Being produced in California ratherCasa Lapostolle Apalta Red is a full bodied Chilean red blend from Colchagua Valley's Apalta vineyard, bottled at 15% ABV in a 750ml format. Known internationally as Clos Apalta, this wine has earned two perfect 100 point scores from James Suckling (2015 and 2021 vintages) and was named #6 on Wine Spectator's Top Wines of 2025 for its 2021 release. Quick Facts: ABV: 15% Origin: Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile Carmenre led Bordeaux style Blend Winery: