2017 Bolgheri Rosso
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The 2017 Bolgheri Rosso is a rich, explosive wine that embodies all of the natural richness and opulence of the year. Black cherry, bittersweet chocolate, plum, mocha, licorice, spice, leather and menthol burst from the glass in this exuberant, flamboyant red. Not a shy wine by any means, the 2017 possesses tons of intensity and volume in all of its dimensions. This is an especially heady wine, even by Bolgheri standards, and that is saying a lot! And yet all the elements are so well balanced.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Lots of bright cherry and raspberry fruit. Juicy finish with crunchy tannins and mellow creamy notes. A crowd pleaser with style. (WS)
A fresh, vivid red with aromas of crushed blueberries and fresh flowers that follow through to a medium body. Firm tannins that are polished and relatively integrated. Drink or hold.
As usual, Le Macchiole has done a great job with all of its releases, including the lower-end bottles such as the 2017 Bolgheri Rosso. There is a sure sense of precision and sharpness here with bright berry and black cherry. Those aromas show quality and craftsmanship. You would do well to pair this accessible, mid-weight wine with simple pasta topped with fresh tomato sauce.
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Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah / Shiraz
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Dry