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Le Macchiole
Le Macchiole Paleo
Rose wine
4.8
Expert Rating
4.4
Most Reviewed
2013
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
Le Macchiole Paleo is a flagship red wine from Bolgheri, Italy. It is made from Cabernet Franc and is known for its elegant structure and vibrant aromatics. Rich and complex, it displays aromas of dark cherry and blackberry, coupled with notes of tobacco, licorice and sweet spices. On the palate, it is smooth and velvety, with fine tannins and a long, intense finish. Enjoy this luxurious wine with grilled meats or game dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Tuscan red offers an intense bouquet of ripe cherries, plums, and sweet spices.The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with beautifully balanced tannins, a succulent texture, and a long, savory finish. Rich and inviting, it is an excellent example of the distinctively mineral character of Bolgheri wines.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Franc
ORIGINS
Winery: Le Macchiole
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.