Le Macchiole : Bolgheri Rosso 2024

Tasting characteristics and tips for Le Macchiole’s Bolgheri Rosso 2024

Tasting

Nose

The nose reveals intense aromas of raspberries and redcurrants, accompanied by notes of blackcurrant and a subtle hint of tobacco.

Palate

On the palate, the wine is juicy and generous, carried by fine tannins and bright acidity that bring structure and length to the whole.

Food and wine pairings

This Bolgheri Rosso 2024 will pair perfectly with grilled red meats, Mediterranean dishes based on tomatoes and aromatic herbs, or aged hard cheeses.

Serving and cellaring

It is recommended to serve Bolgheri Rosso 2024 at a temperature between 18 and 20°C to fully appreciate its qualities.

A full-bodied, intense Bolgheri Rosso by Le Macchiole

The estate

Founded in 1983 in Bolgheri, Tuscany, by Eugenio Campolmi and Cinzia Merli, Le Macchiole now spans 35 hectares of vines spread across twelve parcels. Since Eugenio’s untimely death in 2002, Cinzia Merli has led this family estate, supported by oenologist Luca D'Attoma. An unconventional pioneer, the estate revolutionised Tuscany by favouring grape varieties atypical for the region: cabernet franc, merlot and syrah. Converted to biodynamics since 2010, Le Macchiole has established itself as the absolute benchmark for Italian cabernet franc.

The vineyard

Bolgheri Rosso 2024 comes from four distinct parcels located in Bolgheri: Vignone planted in 1999, Casanuova established between 2009 and 2013, Sommi dating from 2015, and Puntone created in 2020. The vines are trained using the Guyot and Médoc systems, with a controlled yield of 1000 grams per vine. The vineyard is farmed with respect for the soil’s natural balance, without the use of harmful chemicals.

The vintage

The year 2024 in Tuscany began with a mild winter and limited rainfall. May saw an increase in rain, which accelerated vegetative growth. The summer was hot, marked by significant morning dew. Harvesting took place from the third week of August through to the last week of September. Merlot required meticulous selection, delivering lower yields but exceptional quality. Syrah developed steadily with generous yields. Cabernet franc and sauvignon ripened evenly at their traditional times, with yields slightly higher than in previous vintages.

Vinification and ageing

Bolgheri Rosso 2024 was vinified in stainless-steel tanks, with fermentation and maceration lasting 15 days. Ageing took place over a total period of 10 months, split between 60% in third- and fourth-use oak barrels and 40% in concrete. Bottling was carried out in December 2025.

Grape varieties

Merlot (50%), cabernet franc (30%), syrah (20%)