Macchiole, Paleo Rosso other_regions_italy the 2009 Promontory finds more

the 2009 Promontory finds more freshness and aromatic lift with time in the glass

A smoky mineral nuance drives the extremely long

rich and concentrated profile that carries masses of sweet tannin

Cherry and blackberry aromas rise to the front with lingering tones of smoke

Macchiole, Paleo Rosso other_regions_italy the 2009 Promontory finds moreThe 2005 Paleo Rosso needed time in bottle to allow the Cabernet Franc signatures to emerge, but they are now all there front and center. The freshest and brightest of Le Macchiole's 2005s, the Paleo Rosso is plump, juicy and expressive, although it naturally does not offer the finesse or nuance of the very best years. A host of mocha, espresso, torrefaction, tobacco, mint, leather and licorice meld into the expressive finish. This is a fabulous