Lapostolle Grand Selection Carménère 2021 originates from the Chilean region of Colchagua Valley and is a blend led by the Carménère varietal. The wine partially ages in French oak barrels for 8 months, gaining additional complexity while preserving its fruity character. The aroma highlights blackberry, plum, and spicy notes, while the palate is medium-bodied, with smooth tannins and good balance. It pairs excellently with red meat, pasta, and spicy dishes.
Description
Lapostolle Grand Selection Carménère 2021 originates from the Chilean region of Colchagua Valley and is a blend led by the Carménère varietal. The wine partially ages in French oak barrels for 8 months, gaining additional complexity while preserving its fruity character. The aroma highlights blackberry, plum, and spicy notes, while the palate is medium-bodied, with smooth tannins and good balance. It pairs excellently with red meat, pasta, and spicy dishes.
Additional information
| Grape variety / Varieties | Cabernet Franc, Carménère, Grenache, Syrah |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Chile – Colchagua Valley |
| Vinarija | Lapostolle |
| Podaci o vinogradu | The vineyards in the Colchagua Valley feature a Mediterranean climate with warm days and cooler nights, enabling slower grape ripening and preserving aromatic complexity. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 16–18 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | Aromas of dark berries, spices, and fresh herbal notes, with discreet sweet spice nuances. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy tannins and good balance. |
| Aging | 45% of the wine ages for 8 months in French oak barrels, while the remainder matures in stainless steel tanks. |
| Preservation potential | 5–8 years |
| Food recommendation | Red meat, pasta, spicy dishes |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Ratings and awards | 91 points – international wine ratings |
| Pogledaj na Vivino | https://www.vivino.com/en/lapostolle-grand-selection-carmenere-rapel-valley/w/1127120 |
| Beleške o ukusu | Dominant aromas of blackberry, plum, and spices, with discreet herbal notes and smooth tannins. |
| O berbi | The harvest took place from April 15th to 24th, and the season yielded grapes of good quality and pronounced aromatics. |
| Karakteristike vina | Ruby-red color with a purple hue, pronounced fruitiness, medium body, and good structure |
| Tehnološki podaci | Maceration for approximately 25 days, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 24-28 °C; total acidity approximately 3.26 g/L, pH 3.71, residual sugar approximately 2.26 g/L. |
| Grape variety / Varieties | Cabernet Franc, Carménère, Grenache, Syrah |
|---|---|
| Country and region of origin | Chile – Colchagua Valley |
| Vinarija | Lapostolle |
| Podaci o vinogradu | The vineyards in the Colchagua Valley feature a Mediterranean climate with warm days and cooler nights, enabling slower grape ripening and preserving aromatic complexity. |
| Type of wine | Still wines |
| Style (sweetness) | Dry wines |
| Alcohol | 14 – 15% |
| Temperatura serviranja | 16–18 °C |
| Opis ukusa i mirisa | Aromas of dark berries, spices, and fresh herbal notes, with discreet sweet spice nuances. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy tannins and good balance. |
| Aging | 45% of the wine ages for 8 months in French oak barrels, while the remainder matures in stainless steel tanks. |
| Preservation potential | 5–8 years |
| Food recommendation | Red meat, pasta, spicy dishes |
| Availability | In stock |
| Bottle size | 0.75l |
| Ratings and awards | 91 points – international wine ratings |
| Pogledaj na Vivino | https://www.vivino.com/en/lapostolle-grand-selection-carmenere-rapel-valley/w/1127120 |
| Beleške o ukusu | Dominant aromas of blackberry, plum, and spices, with discreet herbal notes and smooth tannins. |
| O berbi | The harvest took place from April 15th to 24th, and the season yielded grapes of good quality and pronounced aromatics. |
| Karakteristike vina | Ruby-red color with a purple hue, pronounced fruitiness, medium body, and good structure |
| Tehnološki podaci | Maceration for approximately 25 days, fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 24-28 °C; total acidity approximately 3.26 g/L, pH 3.71, residual sugar approximately 2.26 g/L. |





