Le Macchiole Messorio 2016 Size:750 ml and much more

and much more

This is silky in feel yet full of nervous energy

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This full-bodied wine exhibits classic varietal characteristics with aromas of toasted oak and crème brûlée

Le Macchiole Messorio 2016 Size:750 ml and much moreThe Messorio (100% Merlot) was slightly shy and slow to open when I tasted it as a barrel sample some eight months previous to this tasting. I can't say that the wine has opened much since then. It continues to show a tight and slightly austere bouquet with dark fruit, spice and leather. You don't get that quintessentially soft side of the grape. Instead, this Merlot feels a bit thorny and prickly in places due to the much cooler growing conditions.