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Il Marroneto Description
Il Marroneto Madonna delle Grazie Brunello di Montalcino is a masterpiece of depth and complexity, beautifully showcasing the elegance of Sangiovese. This exceptional Brunello strikes the perfect balance between approachability and the layered nuances that define truly great wines. Bursting with rich, evolving aromas and vibrant fruit notes, it captivates the senses with every sip. On the palate, it delivers a powerful yet refined experience, making it an ideal wine for moments of contemplation and enjoyment. Whether savored on its own as a classic meditation wine or paired with hearty dishes like slow-braised meats, aged cheeses, or truffle-infused pasta, this Brunello offers an unforgettable tasting journey.
Wine Advocate: 98 Points
The Il Marroneto 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie (tasted once in the winery and again in my office) is another classical expression of Sangiovese from vintner Alessandro Mori and his son Iacopo. This vintage is best described as more charming compared to the stacked 2019 vintage or the powerful 2016 edition. This is a very pretty wine, elegant and finessed, with pretty floral highlights of rose and violet that lean into a subtle menthol note. There is caramelized sugar and candied orange. The wine lives in oak for 46 months with just a brief time in steel before going into bottle (at the end of July 2024). This vintage is a little closed or tight in terms of mouthfeel, which suggests it needs more time in bottle to spread its wings.
Decanter: 97 Points
This soars out of the glass with heady scents of violet, rose and lilac, eventually joined by flecks of pepper, potting soil and roasted chestnuts, yet the palate is almost stubbornly closed as the tannins clutch assertively to a brooding core of dark cherry. Acidity is just as concentrated as the fruit, and next to the estate’s classic Brunello, the single-vineyard Madonna delle Grazie bottling demonstrates more density and volume, and it will need even longer in the cellar. Next year, Il Marroneto will come out with a 2020 Riserva, only the estate’s second ever (2013 being the first). Based on the performance of these two wines, the decision seems highly justified.
