Clos Apalta - Apalta 2015

Vinous

93

byJoaquin Hidalgothe7/16/2025

The 2015 Clos Apalta Vinothèque blends 46% Carménère, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. After a decade, it shows clear signs of evolution, with green pepper, ripe black fruit and oak aromas giving way to a soft touch of dried fig. It is mature on the palate, with firm structure, integrated grip and a bittersweet chocolate note lingering on the finish.

Jamessuckling.com

100

byJames Sucklingthe12/27/2018

There is a subtle complexity on the nose with currant, berry, fresh herb and wet earth aromas. Cut fresh flowers, too. Full body, dense and powerful. Incredible character here with such purity and polish. It goes on for minutes. Formed, sculptured yet soulful. A monumental wine for Chile. Unbelievable. More powerful than the 2014 which was 100 points. A blend of 46% carmenere, 30% cabernet sauvignon, 19% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Better in 2022.

Jancis Robinson

16,5

byJancis Robinsonthe9/26/2018

Particularly deep crimson. Very heady and ripe on the nose but not aggressively sweet or alcoholic. On the palate it’s a little too sweet for my taste. The acid and tannin creeps in rather aggressively on the finish, as does the alcohol. Unintegrated at the moment with rather a pinched finish. Drink 2018-2023

Wine Advocate

95

byLuis Gutierrezthe9/6/2018