The Three Graces of Le Macchiole are Messorio, Scrio and Paleo (Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc, respectively). Of these three top-tier releases, my favorite is the 2017 Paleo. This is an upright and direct expression of the grape that carefully sheds so...
A full-bodied, powerful and polished red with aromas of dark plums, dark cherries, tobacco, bay leaves, dark chocolate, mocha and cedar. Firm, ripe tannins. Compact and muscular. Yet, it remains fresh. Will soften. Try after 2025.
Dark color, with an attractive intensity of raspberry, blackberry and new oak. The 2006 Scrio (Syrah) is full-bodied, with focused yet tight fruit and super silky tannins. Very refined and racy for a Syrah. Black pepper and dark fruits come out at the fin...