Lapostolle, Clos Apalta 2012 750ML SPSpain615MAR citrus zest and freshly sliced

citrus zest and freshly sliced apple

The blend is the normal 65% Grenache

ripe and layered nose freely offers up its array of both red and dark berries that are prominently laced with earth elements

A classic bouquet

the palate is expected to be vibrant and high-toned with "crunchy" fruit

Lapostolle, Clos Apalta 2012 750ML SPSpain615MAR citrus zest and freshly slicedThe 2012 Clos Apalta started off a little closed, but with air, the spicy aromas seemed to dominate (cloves, black pepper); there are also lots of smoky notes over a core of ripe black fruit with a volatile hint. It feels young and greatly marked by its two years in new French oak barrels. The palate is still young and tannic, and the finish is a little dry. There's not a lot of fruit in there and it somehow feels like it lacks a bit in the mid