92 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '08 Casa Lapostolle Clos Apalta has fine-tuned and expressive, yet focused; has terrific display of dark, racy blackberry, boysenberry and braised fig flavors.
Meat and mashed potato bake
Cabernet Sauvignon offers bold structure and dark fruit notes that stand up to the hearty flavors of the dish.
Buttered toast
Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with rich, savory, and buttery dishes.
Beef cheeseburger
Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with beef and enhances savory, grilled flavors.
Roast beef with cheese
Cabernet Sauvignon complements rich beef and cheddar with bold tannins and dark fruit.
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold structure balances the savory flavors of duck.
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the spicy, peppery beef flavors.