Le Macchiole

Klassischer Bolgheri Rosso mit kräftigem Bouquet von Himbeeren und Johannisbeeren, Cassis und etwas Tabak. Saftiger, vollmundiger Geschmack, schönes Tannin und gute Säure. Wunderbarer Einstieg in die große Welt der Le Macchiole-Weine. (superiore.de)

"This is fruity, boasting black cherry, blackberry and violet flavors, but also reveals elements of earth, mineral and spice. Round and charming, fading gracefully on the long aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"A deliciously spicy nose with black peppers, dried violets, hyacinth, citrus, blueberries and crushed stones. Full body, medium-chewy tannins, vibrant acidity and a succulent yet fine finish." James Suckling

Klassischer Bolgheri Rosso mit kräftigem Bouquet von Himbeeren und Johannisbeeren, Cassis und etwas Tabak. Saftiger, vollmundiger Geschmack, schönes Tannin und gute Säure. Wunderbarer Einstieg in die große Welt der Le Macchiole-Weine. (superiore.de),

"This is fruity, boasting black cherry, blackberry and violet flavors, but also reveals elements of earth, mineral and spice. Round and charming, fading gracefully on the long aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"A deliciously spicy nose with black peppers, dried violets, hyacinth, citrus, blueberries and crushed stones. Full body, medium-chewy tannins, vibrant acidity and a succulent yet fine finish." James Suckling

Paleo - unverkennbarer Cabernet Franc und einer der wichtigsten Weine Bolgheris, voller Eleganz und Klasse. Der Name geht recht unspektakulär auf ein Unkraut zurück, welches längst aus den Weinbergen von Le Macchiole entfernt wurde. Rubin mit violetten Reflexen. Im Bouquet Minze, weißer Pfeffer, Brombeerfrucht und etwas Granatapfel. Feiner Schmelz am Gaumen mit Anklängen an Tabak und Mohn. Wunderbar strukturiert und mit langem Finale. (superiore.de)

"Funkelndes, intensives Rubin. Eröffnet mit feinen würzigen Noten, nach Kardamom, Gewürznelken und Sternanis, dann schöne Beerenfrucht. Am Gaumen fester Druck, baut sich gut auf, auch da betont würzige Noten, saftige Frucht, fest und zupackend." Falstaff

"Rich yet focused, with flavors of black currant, olive, tobacco and iron. Features a dense grain, yet all the components work together, with balance and light tannins on the fresh, coffee-tinged finish." Wine Spectator

"Captivating aromatics, bright fruit and silky, ripe tannins give the 2014 Paleo Rosso much of its inviting personality. Arresting in its beauty, the 2014 is translucent, pretty and highly nuanced. The cold, late-maturing vintage did not allow for a super-concentrated style, so the winery followed the natural rhythm of the vintage, and to great effect. In other words, the estate got every ounce of potential out of the year. In 2014, Paleo Rosso is a touch slender, but it is also vivid and exquisitely beautiful. Readers should expect a perfumed Paleo Rosso built on grace rather than power. The 100% new French oak is impeccably balanced. In other words, Le Macchiole crushed it." Antonio Galloni

"The 2011 Scrio is the vintage darling. The wine boasts abundant varietal character with black fruit and Morello cherry in center stage. Asian spice and barbecue smoke round off the edges and the wine delivers a lavish dose of crushed stone, soda, blue flower and smoked bacon as well. It stands tall with wide shoulders supported by finely etched tannins, thick concentration and a bright spot of acidity on the long finish." Robert Parker

"Readers who haven't tasted Scrio in a few vintages will be taken aback by the 2011. Once an inky, super-concentrated wine, today's Scrio is all about finesse. Crushed flowers, rose petals, sweet red berries and mint are some of the many notes that blossom in a wine built on nuance and varietal expression. Hints of black pepper, game, lavender, menthol and smoke develop in the glass, adding further layers of complexity. Cool-climate aromatics meet the pure power and breadth of Bolgheri in an utterly compelling Syrah with a bright future. Of all the Macchiole's wines, Scrio is the one wine that has changed the most in recent years. The 2011 represents a move in a very different direction. It will be interesting to see where that road leads." Antonio Galloni

"Tiefdunkles Rubinviolett. Eröffnet mit betont würzigen Noten, nach Zedern und Fichten, auch viel Rosmarin, dahinter Preiselbeeren, Brombeeren und dunkler Pfeffer. Zeigt sich mit viel griffigem, präsentem Tannin, spannende Gewürzmischung, nach Kardamom und Wacholder, lange und herzhaft, vibrierend." Falstaff

"A meaty, peppery version, with ample plum and blackberry fruit. The tannins are well-integrated. Concludes with echoes of spice and tobacco." Wine Spectator

Scrio - großartiger, toskanischer Syrah von Le Macchiole - ist eine wahre Schönheit. Das anhaltende Bouquet bietet Aromen von dunklen Beeren und gepökeltem Fleisch, am Gaumen warm und balsamisch mit großer Intensität und Dynamik, extraktreich und lang. (superiore.de)

"Fleischiges, intensives Rubin-Violett. Eröffnet mit viel ansprechender, süßer Frucht, nach eingelegten Himbeeren, Heidelbeeren, dahinter schöne Kardamom-Noten. Klar und geradlinig am Gaumen, viel saftige Frucht, vor allem Heidelbeere, öffnet sich mit feinmaschigem Tannin, baut sich lange auf, im Finale langer süßer Schmelz." Falstaff

"The 2013 Scrio is an opulent, generous and engaging wine. It reveals an all-Syrah personality with ample layers of dark fruit, blackberry, spice, cured meat, leather and bacon fat. Its integration is absolutely seamless. Scrio is dark and impenetrable in terms of appearance and presentation. The bouquet and the mouthfeel are long and luscious. You can count the length of the finish in many, many long seconds. Only 5,000 bottles are made. In terms of its aging potential, this Tuscan Syrah has the inner energy to last two decades or more." Robert Parker

"Le Macchiole's 2013 Scrio is a deep, dense wine built on a core of serious fruit. Dark, powerful and inviting, the 2013 possesses striking nuance throughout, especially in the expression of fruit. Creamy, silky tannins add to an impression of generosity. It will be interesting to see if more varietal aromatics develop in bottle. Today, the Scrio is a wine decidedly built on primary notes." Antonio Galloni

"Wow. This is the best syrah in Tuscany this year with incredible depth and beauty. The texture is so plush yet polished and caressing. Full body. The finish of chocolate, hazelnuts, smoked meat and fruit lasts for minutes." James Suckling

"This is meaty, exhibiting iron, blackberry, cracked pepper and sanguine aromas and flavors shaded by spicy oak notes. Powerful and dense, this could still benefit from aging but would be approachable with something like a juicy, grilled steak." Wine Spectator

Sehr raffiniert, der Merlot Messorio mit seiner großen Balance und Finesse. Tief dicht und stoffig, wenn sich die Tannine in den kommenden Jahren entspannt haben, wird dieser Wein eine faszinierende Perfektion erreichen. (superiore.de)

"Noten von Johannisbeeren, Leder, Tee und Macchia; am Gaumen kraftvoll, kompakt und ausgewogen, endet auf Aromen von Schwarzbeerconfit und Kräutern, wirkt insgesamt sehr frisch und überraschend jugendlich." Vinum

"Sattes, tiefdunkles Rubin mit leichtem Blauschimmer. Dichte, überschwängliche Nase, satte Frucht, nach Zwetschgen, Brombeeren und Cassis. Am Gaumen geschliffen und schmalzig, entfaltet sich mit viel feinkörnigem Tannin, salzig, viel satte, dunkelbeerige Frucht, im Nachhall schönes Spiel zwischen Tabak und Frucht." Falstaff

"The 2011 Messorio takes hold of all the senses and never lets up. Rich and explosive to the core, the 2011 boasts stunning intensity and depth. Today, the 2011 is painfully young and packed with tannin. Even with all of its size, the 2011 retains gorgeous aromatic complexity and tons of nuance. This is a fabulous showing from Le Macchiole." Antonio Galloni

"Amazing aromas of sexy, decadent fruit with blackberry, dark chocolate and cedar. Full body with fine tannins and a long, long finish." James Suckling

"A pure expression of Merlot, the 2011 Messorio is a gorgeous wine that is already drinking at near-optimal performance now. It will be exciting to see where five to ten more years of cellar evolution take it. Cinzia Merli and her vineyard team took care to harvest the early-ripening varietal before autumn heat spikes. In fact, the integrity of the fruit is impeccable and you don’t get any of the jammy notes that are common in this warm vintage. The bouquet is broad and approachable with intense cherry, chocolate and tobacco. Supporting aromas of cola, grilled herb and exotic spice flesh out the finish. The tannins are plump and sweet." Robert Parker

Messorio gehört seit über einem Jahrzehnt zu den besten und rarsten Merlots Italiens. Weich, reich, elegant, raffiniert und dabei nie übertrieben. Im Bouquet reife Früchte, Kaffee, Graphit und französische Eiche. Strukturiert und ausgeglichen, fasziniert Messorio die internationale Weinwelt jedes Jahr mit einer Klarheit und Länge, die ihresgleichen sucht. (superiore.de)

"Funkelndes Rubin mit Granatrand. Eröffnet mit betont würzigen Noten, nach Kardamom und Lorbeer, dahinter nach Brombeere. Am Gaumen viel kerniges, zupackendes Tannin, entspannt einen feinen Gewürzteppich." Falstaff

"A little lean for Messorio but plenty of tobacco, cedar and berry character. Medium body, chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Needs two or three years to come together." James Suckling

"The 2014 Messorio is another very pretty and expressive wine from Le Macchiole. The 2014 has lovely mid-palate density, especially for the year, along with a decidedly exotic passion fruit/apricot quality that will only grow as the wine continues to develop in bottle. I expect the 2014 starts to drink well relatively early, but it also has enough freshness and balance to hold for a number of years. Hints of truffle, raspberry jam, blood orange and spice infuse the layered, creamy finish." Antonio Galloni

"Funkelndes, intensives Rubin mit Violettschimmer. Eröffnet in der Nase mit Noten nach Zedernholz, feine Würzigkeit, dahinter pralle Frucht. Am Gaumen satt und klar, zunächst leicht würzige Komponenten, entfaltet sich dann mit dichtmaschigem, feinem Tannin in vielen Schichten, lange und anhaltend, im Finale viel frische Frucht." Falstaff

"Feinwürzige Nase, Noten von Beeren und Blüten; weich und geschmeidig im Mund, die Gerbstoffe und die Säure perfekt ausbalanciert, harmonisch das Finale. Gefällt mit seiner frischen Machart, seiner Eleganz und Länge." Vinum

"A wine with great structure and muscular tone. It is full-bodied with chewy tannins that remain polished and very pretty. The length and fruit are fantastic; it goes on for minutes." James Suckling

"The 2010 Messorio boasts stunning depth and richness. Over the last few months, the 2010 has found a new level of finesse that wasn't apparent earlier this year. Hints of dark cherry, plum, cloves and tar flesh out on the huge, powerful finish." Antonio Galloni

"... This is an expertly crafted Merlot that offers so much in terms of charm, intensity and finesse. The opulence of its dark fruit and black cherry is offset against lingering tones of spice and leather. You'll need to wait a bit." Robert Parker

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubinviolett. Wunderbar verführerische Nase, duftet nach Himbeeren, Brombeeren, dahinter feine Schokolade. Im Ansatz zunächst etwas zaghaft, zeigt viel saftige Beerenfrucht, zieht dann los und öffnet sich in vielen Schichten mit feinmaschigem Tannin, baut sich lange auf, im Finale fest und mit schönem Druck." Falstaff

"Round, ripe and opulent, this landmark Merlot offers lingering tones of ripe black fruit, tobacco and spice. Oak-driven aromas are still evident at this point, so give it another 10-15 years of cellaring. Lingering smoke and spice notes add to the long finish. Messorio is one of the most complete and complex Italian interpretations of Merlot." Wine Enthusiast

"I have tasted this wine a number of times and it ranges from 97 to 98 points in my scoring. The subtlety and depth to this is amazing. Aromas of ripe fruit, chili powder, and toasted oak with hints of rosemary follow through to a full body, with very fine tannins and a long finish. Integrated and attractive now, but better in 2014." James Suckling