What grapes are in Acquabona's Le Cote (Elba Rosso DOC)?

It is made mainly from Sangiovese with a small portion of Merlot.

What does Le Cote taste like?

It is dry and full-bodied with ruby red color, fresh red-fruit aromas, and a pleasant youthful roughness that softens with age.

What food pairs well with this wine?

Pasta with meat sauce, red meats, and medium-aged cheeses are ideal pairings.

At what temperature should it be served?

Around 18°C, in large-bowled glasses.

CuvéeElba DOCRed

Le Cote

レ・コーテ

Acquabona

About Le Cote

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot
Price Range: $18-24; approx. ¥2,700-3,600; converted from EU retail ~€15-18, reference estimate

Acquabona's everyday Elba Rosso DOC, made mainly from Sangiovese (widespread on Elba and preserved through traditional field grafting) with a small portion of Merlot. Low yields of around 50 hl/ha give the wine good structure and balanced tannins.

Sommelier's Note

Le Cote is proof that Elba Sangiovese doesn't need to imitate Chianti to be satisfying — it has its own salty, sun-warmed character.

New to wine?

A straightforward, food-friendly Sangiovese-based red — a good entry point into Elba's reds.

Food Pairings

A natural match for pasta with meat sauce, red meats, and medium-aged cheeses.

When to drink it

Weeknight pasta dinners, casual gatherings with grilled meats

Terroir & Winemaking

Ruby red with a fresh, intense, persistent aroma of red fruit and undergrowth; dry, full-bodied, and harmonious with a pleasant youthful roughness that softens with age. Best served in large glasses at around 18°C.

About the producer

AcquabonaHistoric Elba estate famed for its award-winning Aleatico.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grapes are in Acquabona's Le Cote (Elba Rosso DOC)?: It is made mainly from Sangiovese with a small portion of Merlot.
What does Le Cote taste like?: It is dry and full-bodied with ruby red color, fresh red-fruit aromas, and a pleasant youthful roughness that softens with age.
What food pairs well with this wine?: Pasta with meat sauce, red meats, and medium-aged cheeses are ideal pairings.
At what temperature should it be served?: Around 18°C, in large-bowled glasses.

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