Founded in 1983 by Eugenio Campolmi and Cinzia Merli in Bolgheri, Tuscany, Le Macchiole was a pioneer of high-density planting and single-variety wines in the region. The estate spans 24 hectares of organically farmed vineyards across diverse soils—river stones, clay, limestone, sand—and produces iconic wines like Paleo Rosso (100 % Cabernet Franc), Messorio (100 % Merlot), and Scrio (100 % Syrah).
Bolgheri Rosso
First released in 2004, Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso represents the estate’s most approachable and versatile wine, offering a fresh and immediate expression of the Bolgheri terroir. Sourced from multiple estate vineyards including Vignone, Casa Nuova, Sommi, and Puntone, the blend is composed of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah.
Type: Red wine
Varietals: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Regione: Bolgheri, Tuscany
Aroma: Red berries, wild herbs, spices, and a touch of tobacco
Tasting notes: Medium-bodied with silky tannins, lively acidity, and notes of juicy fruit, earthy undertones, and a refined, mineral finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 13.5 - 14% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Grilled meats, pasta with ragù, aged cheeses, roasted vegetables
Type: Red wine
Varietals: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Regione: Bolgheri, Tuscany
Aroma: Red berries, wild herbs, spices, and a touch of tobacco
Tasting notes: Medium-bodied with silky tannins, lively acidity, and notes of juicy fruit, earthy undertones, and a refined, mineral finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 13.5 - 14% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Grilled meats, pasta with ragù, aged cheeses, roasted vegetables
Paleo Bianco
First released in 1991, Paleo Bianco is the white counterpart to Le Macchiole’s iconic red. Made in very limited quantities from Chardonnay and a touch of Sauvignon Blanc, it reflects the Mediterranean identity of Bolgheri with remarkable intensity and elegance. A wine of surprising depth and aging potential.
Type: White wine
Varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Citrus, white peach, herbs, and delicate oak
Tasting notes: Fresh and structured, with vibrant acidity, creamy texture, and a long mineral finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 13.5% vol
Serving temperature: 10 – 12°C
Pairs well with: Seafood, white meats, vegetable risottos, soft cheeses
Type: White wine
Varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Citrus, white peach, herbs, and delicate oak
Tasting notes: Fresh and structured, with vibrant acidity, creamy texture, and a long mineral finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 13.5% vol
Serving temperature: 10 – 12°C
Pairs well with: Seafood, white meats, vegetable risottos, soft cheeses
Paleo Rosso
First produced in 1989, Paleo Rosso is the signature wine of Le Macchiole and a true icon of Bolgheri. Originally a classic Bordeaux-style blend, it became a 100% Cabernet Franc wine in 2001, marking a turning point in the winery’s identity and reputation. Since then, it has earned consistent critical acclaim for its elegance, complexity, and longevity.
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Bolgheri, Tuscany
Aroma: Red and black berries, graphite, eucalyptus, sweet spices, and floral notes
Tasting notes: Elegant yet structured, with fine tannins, vibrant acidity, and layers of ripe fruit, herbs, and mineral nuances. Long, expressive finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14 - 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Roasted meats, duck breast, grilled vegetables, aged cheeses
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Cabernet Franc
Region: Bolgheri, Tuscany
Aroma: Red and black berries, graphite, eucalyptus, sweet spices, and floral notes
Tasting notes: Elegant yet structured, with fine tannins, vibrant acidity, and layers of ripe fruit, herbs, and mineral nuances. Long, expressive finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14 - 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Roasted meats, duck breast, grilled vegetables, aged cheeses
Scrio
First produced in 1994, Scrio is Le Macchiole’s 100% Syrah wine, crafted in very limited quantities. The name "Scrio" is a Tuscan term meaning "pure, genuine, honest"—a reflection of the wine’s focused varietal character and integrity. Grapes are sourced from select plots in the Vignone and Casavecchia vineyards.Fermentation and maceration take place over 20 days in concrete tanks and stoneware amphorae, followed by aging (typically in oak). Scrio is a powerful yet refined expression of coastal Tuscan Syrah.
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Syrah
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Intense black fruits, wild herbs, black pepper, violets, and smoked meat
Tasting notes: Full-bodied and concentrated, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and deep notes of spice, dark berries, and mineral undertones. Long, elegant finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Grilled lamb, aged cheeses, game meats, beef with black pepper sauce
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Syrah
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Intense black fruits, wild herbs, black pepper, violets, and smoked meat
Tasting notes: Full-bodied and concentrated, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and deep notes of spice, dark berries, and mineral undertones. Long, elegant finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Grilled lamb, aged cheeses, game meats, beef with black pepper sauce
Messorio
First released in 1994, Messorio is Le Macchiole’s bold interpretation of Merlot—crafted from only the best bunches, with the aim of creating a structured, intense wine that breaks away from the typical softness associated with the variety. It’s a thoroughbred expression, full of energy and depth.The name "Messorio" refers to the wheat harvest, a symbol of tradition and dedication in the agricultural cycle.
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Merlot
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Blackberries, plums, cocoa, tobacco, and Mediterranean herbs
Tasting notes: Rich and full-bodied, with polished tannins, layered fruit, earthy complexity, and a long, velvety finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Braised meats, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses
Type: Red wine
Varietals: 100% Merlot
Region: Tuscany
Aroma: Blackberries, plums, cocoa, tobacco, and Mediterranean herbs
Tasting notes: Rich and full-bodied, with polished tannins, layered fruit, earthy complexity, and a long, velvety finish
Alcohol percentage: ~ 14.5% vol
Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C
Pairs well with: Braised meats, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses