- Last updated on February 23, 2023
Welcome! Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot review.
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre is a fine red wine from the Apalta Valley of Chile, renowned for its exceptional terroir and climate conditions.
The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 14 months, which adds to its complexity and depth.
Find below our Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot Review
- Brand: Lapostolle
- Grape Varietal: Merlot
- Region: Chile, Apalta Valley
- Tasting Notes: Raspberry & Cassis fruit notes
- Glass & Serving: Bordeaux / 59-65 °F (15-18 °C) / Decant ~1hr
- Storage: Up to 5 years
- Price Range: ~$25
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot review: What's its color?
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot has a deep red color with a purple hue and fat slow falling legs.
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Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot review: What are the flavors?
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot is entirely made from Merlot grapes.
On the nose, it an intense and complex nose with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, and cassis, as well as hints of vanilla, tobacco, and spices.
The fruit aromas are dominant, but they are perfectly balanced with the oak and spice aromas.
On the palate, it has a rich and complex palate with flavors of black fruits, such as black cherry and blackberry, as well as notes of vanilla, tobacco, and chocolate.
It has a good acidity that gives it a fresh and lively character. The tannins are well-structured, giving the wine a long and persistent finish.
Is Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot wine sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot review: Which food pairs well with it?
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre pairs well with a variety of foods, such as roasted or grilled meats like lamb, beef, and game.
Its bold and rich flavors make it an excellent complement to hearty stews, such as beef bourguignon or cassoulet.
The wine also pairs well with strong and creamy cheeses, like Roquefort or blue cheese.
For a vegetarian option, pair the wine with roasted vegetables, mushroom dishes, or lentil-based meals.
The wine’s acidity also makes it a good match for tomato-based dishes like pasta with marinara sauce or eggplant parmesan.
And for dessert, it pairs well with dark chocolate or chocolate-based desserts.
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot review: What's its alcohol content?
Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot wine’s alcohol content is 15%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre Merlot wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have higher calories per glass than wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per gram vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per gram of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Lapostolle?
Here is an extract from the Lapostolle website:
“LAPOSTOLLE WINES
French in Essence.
Chilean by Birth.“
Conclusion
In conclusion, Lapostolle Cuvée Alexandre is a complex and rich wine that reflects the unique terroir of the Colchagua Valley in Chile.
It is a perfect balance of fruit, oak, and spice, with a good acidity and well-structured tannins.
This wine is an excellent choice for pairing with red meats and strong cheeses, or for enjoying on its own.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Cheers!
