Bolgheri

Bolgheri Red Blend

La Macchiole Bolgheri is a splendid red blend hailing from the renowned Bolgheri region in Italy, known for its exceptional terroir and commitment to quality winemaking. This wine showcases a deep, vibrant red color that invites you to explore its layers. With a well-rounded and full-bodied profile, it offers an exciting balance of rich fruit flavors, highlighted by notes of dark berries and cherries, accompanied by subtle hints of spice and earth. Its acidity brings a bright liveliness to the palate, enhancing the overall experience, while the tannins are nicely structured and firm, providing a solid backbone without overpowering the fruit. This wine is distinctly dry, making it a fantastic companion to a wide range of dishes, from hearty pasta to grilled meats, making it a truly versatile choice for any dining occasion.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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