Wine detail

Le Macchiole

Bolgheri Rosso

Bolgheri Rosso, Bolgheri

2023

Vintage

Varietal

Merlot

Peak 2027-2031

Where it is, November 2026

Approaching Peak: the peak window is ahead.

This bottle is in its drinking window. Its peak runs from 2027 through 2031.

The ‘23 Bolgheri Rosso.

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 is a Merlot from Italy.

Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline

Full drinking arcYou are here · approaching peak, 2026

Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.

Full drinking arc 2025-2035Peak window 2027-2031

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.

The 2023 vintage

Le Macchiole's 2023 Bolgheri Rosso is a Merlot from Italy.

About Le Macchiole

Le Macchiole's Bolgheri Rosso is a Merlot from Italy.

Pairing suggestions

Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.

Grilled ribeye with rosemary potatoes

The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.

Braised lamb shanks with polenta

The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Roasted duck breast with cherry reduction

The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.

Frequently Asked

What is Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023?

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 is a Merlot from Italy.

What does Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 taste like?

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.

When should Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2025-2035. Within that arc, the peak window is 2027-2031. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.

What pairs with Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso 2023?

Pair this wine with Grilled ribeye with rosemary potatoes; Braised lamb shanks with polenta; or Roasted duck breast with cherry reduction.