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Le Macchiole Paleo 2016

Le Macchiole

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    Robert Parker 97 of 100
    Points
    Falstaff 96 of 100
    Points

    Le Macchiole Paleo 2016 represents the excellence of the Pallanti estate in Bolgheri. This red wine is made exclusively from Cabernet Franc and clearly distinguishes itself from classic Bordeaux blends. The 2016 vintage featured warm weather conditions paired with cooling sea breezes, resulting in impressive freshness. Experts consistently emphasize the immense longevity and deep-rooted aromatics, which can be attributed to old vines located directly near the coast.

    In the glass, the wine appears deep ruby red with subtle garnet hues. The nose opens richly with black berries and Mediterranean herbal notes. On the palate, velvety tannins are balanced by vibrant acidity for a perfect equilibrium. Notes of cedar, tobacco, and forest floor complete the complex finish of this selection of full-bodied red wines. Such structures require sufficient space in the glass for their personality to fully unfold. The end result is complex elegance without any heavy over-extraction.

    For the absolute best enjoyment, a period from 2024 up to the mid-2030s is recommended. Suitable food pairings include preferably freshly grilled beef or roasted lamb. Richer pasta dishes with intense meat sauces also harmonize excellently with the body. Aged mountain cheeses also make an excellent flavor complement. The purchase of such a bottle represents an investment in authentic terroir that pays off financially and sensorially in the long term.

     
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    Below you will find all other important information, the condition, and general details about this wine. If you have any further questions about this product, please feel free to contact us using the chat function on this page.

    General info

    Wine-type Red wine
    Type of grape Cabernet Franc
    Size (ml) 750ml
    Country of origin Italy (Tuscany)
    Alcohol (Vol %) 14.0
    Allergens Contains sulfites

    Condition information

    Level In Neck
    Condition (Label) No visible defects
    Condition (Backlabel) No visible defects
    Condition (Capsule) No visible defects
    Condition (Cork) No visible defects
    Packaging Loose

    Other information

    Sales Restriction No sale to minors
    Responsible food business operator Le Macchiole
    S.P Bolgherese, 189/A
    57022 Bolgheri LI
    Italy
    The product image shown here may be exemplary, but in any case shows the worst possible condition.
    Shipping information

    Unless otherwise stated, we ship our wines via UPS. Standard delivery time is approximately 2-3 business days within Germany and approximately 3-5 business days within the EU.

    We pack the wines in UPS-licensed shipping boxes according to UPS packaging specifications.

    Please note that in extreme temperatures that could affect the quality of the wine, we will only ship it upon your express request. Otherwise, we will store your purchased wines free of charge until safe shipment is possible.

    Returns & Revocation

    Of course, we accept returns within the scope of legal regulations. Provided the goods are in exactly the same condition as purchased, we will refund the full purchase price, excluding shipping costs, if returned within 14 days of receipt.

    You must organize the return shipment yourself and also cover the return shipping costs and adequate shipping insurance.

    Le Macchiole Paleo 2016
    Le Macchiole Paleo 2016
    Le Macchiole Paleo 2016
    Le Macchiole Paleo 2016
    The Region

    Tuscany

     
    The Domaine

    Le Macchiole

    LIFE BEFORE...

    Where possible, and especially with larger wine cellar purchases, the wine cellars of the previous owners tell us a lot about the storage conditions of the wines. A professionally managed wine cellar usually guarantees perfect storage conditions for the wines. We acquire our wines exclusively from reputable, mostly private wine collectors.

    HIDDEN FEATURES

    Many high-quality wines today feature various security features for authentication, such as markings that only become visible under UV light. We check and compare all purchased wines for these features using an extensive database, and if there is even the slightest doubt, we reject the wine.

    THE DETAILS MATTER

    We examine wine labels under a microscope to determine their quality, and we check the printed image for any peculiarities that are typical for a particular winery, wine, or vintage. We draw on a large image database to identify any anomalies.

    COLOR MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

    Last but not least, we also examine the wine's composition. Color, turbidity, sediment, and the bubbles in a champagne reveal a lot about the wine's or champagne's condition and potential drinking pleasure.

     

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