….. about Italian wines is they only focus on the classic Italian varietals. Nothing wrong with that if you don’t mind missing out on some great wines. I’m here too tell you that Italy makes great Cabernet and this is a wonderful example.
With an understated label it’s easy to pass over this wine on the shelves of your favorite wine store. This vintage comes in an impressive wooden 6 pack box which should give you some insight into its quality and potential. Grapes are grown in the heart of the Zingarelli family property in the “Poggio alle Pecchie” on a limestone hillside and then aged for a minimum of three years before shipping. The vineyard is located in La Macie in the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany.
Rocca delle Macie Roccato Cabernet 2015
Initially launched in 1988 and traditionally blended with a small amount of Sangiovese, this vintage is 100% Cabernet and could be described as complex but approachable with aromas of dark cherries, dark fruits, chocolate and cooking spices and is enticing to say the least.
The palate is all Cabernet and all Tuscany at the same time- a duality that works well. Cherries, plum and mocha dominate with secondary notes of cloves and cooking spices on a plush mouthfeel with grippy tannins which loosen with 2 – 4 hours decanting. Beautiful balance with depth and elegance with a long finish.
Will cellar out to 2030 without an issue and I’m thinking beyond that depending how ‘aged’ you like your wines. Only 550 cases made and only 50 came into the US.
I would pair with your favorite hearty Italian red meat dish- stews or anything with tomato-based sauces, including Pepperoni Pizza.
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