2018 Cabernet Franc IGT Paleo Le Macchiole

 Falstaff 98, Kraftvolles, funkelndes Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Eröffnet in der Nase mit Noten nach Tabak und Brombeeren, dazu etwas Sandelholz. Blüht am Gaumen groß auf, viel saftige Frucht, dunkle Kirsche und Maulbeere, öffnet sich mit dichtem, feinmaschigem Tannin, feiner Trinkfluss.

Parker - Monica Larner 97, 2023 - 2045, 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.

Galloni 96+,

Suckling 94, 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. Drinkable now, but best from 2022.