Lapostolle Clos Apalta

The incense and cigar box aromas really pulled me in from the first swirl, and the wine’s juicy brightness kept every sip interesting long after the bottle was open. That layered finish of Spanish chocolate and pencil shavings made it feel far more expensive than it actually is.

The way the incense and cigar box notes mingle with the bright, juicy fruit is just masterful — it's incredibly layered without being heavy. Finished the bottle way too fast, that cocoa powder and graphite finish kept pulling me back in.

That rich pencil shavings and graphite note really comes through on the nose, layered with incense and dark chocolate. It's surprisingly bright and juicy on the palate for such a full-bodied wine, with fine spices lingering through the finish. I've been buying this vintage for a couple years now and