From French Grand Marnier to Chilean Grand Wine
A family story
In theLapostolle familyDistilling is a family affair. In 1880,Louis-Alexandre Marnier LapostolleShe created a liqueur made with Cognac and bitter orange, known as Grand Marnier. This was the beginning of a beautiful story for the family. During a trip to the heart of the Colchagua Valley in Chile, Alexandra Marnier Lapostolle and her husband Cyril de Bournet fell under the spell of this region.
In 1994, the Lapostolle Bournet couple decided to found theCasa Lapostolle Estatewith the aim of creating a great wine for the world inbiodynamics. THECasa Lapostolle Estateis considered one of the pioneers in Chilean wine development. This vineyard has established itself worldwide and is among the country's greatest wines. The estate is now one of the world's leading destinations for luxury wine tourism. Since 2013, Charles-Henri de Bournet Marnier Lapostolle has taken over the estate. He is doing everything possible to ensure that theClos Apaltato be recognized as a very great wine throughout the world.
The lands of Apalta
An exceptional territory
The Atalayas vineyardcovers an area of 43.3 hectares and is located in the valley ofCasablanca27.5 km from the coast and 76 km west of Santiago. Since 1997, plots ofchardonnayandPinot Noirvines have been planted. The climate is exceptional, as the strong influence of cool winds lowers temperatures in the valley. Furthermore, the very low rainfall promotes a slower ripening of the grapes.
For its part, the vineyardLas KurasIt has 109.9 hectares of vineyards and is located 100 km south of Santiago. It producescabernet sauvignon blanc, sauvignon blancas well as theSyrahThe presence of rocks at ground level promotes excellent drainage and therefore better aeration.
The Apalta vineyardwas planted inCarmenère, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah.It is located in the wine region, 200 km fromSantiagoThanks to the hills surrounding the vineyard, the old vines located in the lowest part of the vineyard receive groundwater which provides an optimal supply of natural water.
The spirit of wines
Prestigious vintages
THEDomaine Lapostolletends towards a self-proclaimed approach of respecting the environment. Moreover, all vineyards are now cultivated inbiodynamicsThe estate cultivatessauvignon blanc, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, merlot, carmenère and syrah.
- Clos ApaltaThis is one of the finest Chilean wines. The richness, opulence, and great complexity of this superb vintage are comparable to the beauty of the great wines of Bordeaux.
- The Little Enclosureis the estate's second wine. This lovely cuvée offers excellent value for money and reveals the full potential of theColchagua Valley.
The estate's superb wines immerse you in the heart of the Chilean vineyards and offer some truly delightful tasting moments!
