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Le Macchiole, Paleo Rosso 1995
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Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The dark plum/purple-colored 1995 Paleo (85% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon; 100 cases for the USA) offers a striking nose of melted road tar, cedar, leather, strawberry jam, and kirsch. In addition to the splendid aromatics, the wine possesses a chewy texture, medium to full body, a silky palate, ripe tannin, adequate acidity, and a long finish. It should drink well for a decade or more. A Leonardo Locascio Selection, Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
Intense and powerful from the outset, the 1995 Paleo Rosso graces the palate with dark cherries, mocha, tobacco, cedar, smoke and tar. The flavors are broad and expansive, with notable depth throughout. This is one of the more intense, full-throttle Paleos in the tasting, yet all the elements are very nicely balanced. The voluptuous finish is pure sensuality. In 1995, the harvest was on the late side, which resulted in a wine graced with layered fruit and exceptional overall balance.
About the Producer
“Le Macchiole is renowned for its Messorio which is without a doubt one of Italy’s most charismatic Merlots.” - James Suckling Founded in 1983 by Eugenio Campolmi and Cinzia Merli, Le Macchiole was one of the first wineries to be established in Bolgheri, in Tuscany. The ongoing development of this 24 hectare, organically farmed estate, has enabled the winery to become a leading Italian brand. Now under the leadership of Cinzia and her talented team, there is a rigorous approach to everything that they do. This shows itself in championing single varieties in their very top wines, in planting density and viticulture, harvest and wine making. One variety, one wine, is the philosophy adopted by the winery. All the Macchiole’s top wines are single-varietal bottling: Using Syrah to produce Scrio, Merlot to make Messorio and the Cabernet Franc is kept for the iconic wine, Paleo Rosso, recognized as one of the finest examples of Bolgheri winemaking.
