Le Macchiole Paleo Rosso
Country
Italy
bottle size
750 ml
Wine Type
Red Wine
Wine Region
Tuscany
Grape Variety
Cabernet Franc
vintage
2018 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Alcohol
14.50%
characteristics
Body
Full
Full
Full
Acidity
High
High
High
Tannin
High
High
High
2018 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Product Description
Paleo Rosso arrived in 1989. It is the wine that has evolved well over time: born originally as a classic Bordeaux blend in 2001, eventually arriving as a 100% Cabernet Franc. This is a beautiful story of obstinacy in challenging the stereotype of Cabernet Franc, which is already difficult to produce, and even more so as a pure varietal wine. Today Paleo Rosso is a symbol of Bolgheri despite its distinct individualism and originality within the region; it is one of the most famous Italian Cabernet Franc wines in the world. The word Paleo is a common name referring to the “Festuca Pratensis “ of the family Gramineae, an herb spontaneously growing on the Tuscan coast.
wine score
97 points Wine Advocate
You could argue that this wine changed Italian wine, because it was the first to fully embrace the potential of Cabernet Franc in the bel paese. The Le Macchiole 2018 Paleo has a spicy and tangy personality with dark fruit, bitter chocolate and tarry smoke. Coming back to my open bottle 24 hours later, I got some green olive and rosemary essence. The mouthfeel fleshes out considerably, and there is beautiful structure to hold it firmly together. Other vintners in Bolgheri have told me of their difficulties with Cabernet Franc in the 2018 vintage, which saw rain toward the end of the season. This wine feels magically immune to those issues and probably means that the expert vineyard team harvested at the right moment.
94 Point by Wine Spectator
A profound red, with earth and tar notes dominating black cherry, blackberry and herbal flavors. Tightens up midpalate, before dense, chewy tannins weigh in on the extended finish. Cabernet Franc. Best after 2024.
94 points James Suckling
Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, plums, chocolate and mushrooms. It’s full-bodied with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity. Round and creamy with harmony and balance. Fresh, yet focused, with chocolate and black-fruit character. Long, flavorful finish with some spices.
Profile
Grape Blended
100% Cabernet Franc
Palate
Full bodied wine, very rich and deep in mouth, with very thick and elegant tannins. A long aging wine, with a strong character.
Colour
Deep ruby red color.
Aroma
Notes of blackcurrant, coffee, green tea and spices.
Palate
Full bodied wine, very rich and deep in mouth, with very thick and elegant tannins. A long aging wine, with a strong character.
Wine Pairing
:Beef
:Cured Meat
:Soft Cheese
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