1998 Le Macchiole Scrio

Syrah - 750ML
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WA 95 WS 92
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2001

There are only microscopic quantities available of this wine so I will keep my tasting notes somewhat streamlined even though it merits a near perfect score. Le Macchiole's Scrio is the most profound Syrah being made in...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, October 2001

Loads of rich earthy game and ripe fruit aromas. Medium- to full-bodied with round and fine tannins and a fruity delicious aftertaste. Always an outstanding wine. Syrah. Best after 2002. 170 cases made.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Syrah
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Sub-region Bolgheri
Vintage 1998
Size 750ML

Le Macchiole is an estate in Bolgheri, Tuscany on the Etruscan Coast. Founded in 1983 by Eugenio Campolini and Cinzia Merli, the estate has 24 hectares of organically farmed vineyards producing 5 single-variety wines: Paleo Bianco, Bolgheri Rosso, Paleo Rosso, Scrio and Messorio. It was a risky decision to produce single-varietal wines when neighbors such as Sassicaia, Ornellaia, and Guado al Tasso were achieving world-renown for their Super Tuscan Bordeaux blends. But with commitment and determination, they achieved the esteem and recognition deserving of the series of their stunning wines.

Sadly, Eugenio passed away and did not live to see the result of his work but his legacy is continued by his wife Cinzia who works devotedly in the vineyards to demonstrate the purity and unique interpretation of Le Macchiole wines.