By Richard Jennings
(Clos Apalta) Saturated, opaque red violet color; aromatic, coffee, cassis, caramel nose; plush, coffee, cassis, caramel palate with lowish acidity; needs 1-2 years; medium-plus finish (66% Carmenere, 19% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon; 14.5% alcohol; 24 months in new French oak) 87+ points9/8/2016, (See more on RJonWine.com...) 87 points