Il Marroneto - Brunello di Montalcino - Magnum - Rouge - 2017

Wine:

The 2017 red Brunello di Montalcino, in Magnum format, is a monument of complexity and delicate aromas, with an ultra-distinguished, unique character that makes it instantly recognizable. This hot, humid vintage takes its fragrances to the top and increases its power tenfold; ripe black fruits, floral, balsamic and slightly spicy notes scent, serving a superbly sculpted frame, with silky tannins. Delightful elegance!

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Fermentation in stainless steel vats for 11 to 12 days. Aged 39 months (3 years and 3 months) in 25 hl oak barrels and 10 months in bottle.

Color:

Garnet red with beautiful intensity and brilliance.

Nose:

Ripe black fruit aromas mixed with floral, balsamic and slightly spicy notes.

Palate:

Elegant, deep and intense with luminous fruit, this wine is a monument of complexity with an ultra-distinguished, unique character and a superbly sculpted frame with silky tannins.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef carpaccio, beef sirloin with parmesan, milk-fed lamb baron, cioppino (fish stew).

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Il Marroneto is a living legend! It stands as one of Italy’s cult wineries, captivating wine enthusiasts worldwide. Over 40 years, the Mori family has propelled it to the top of the global wine hierarchy, making it one of only five Italian wines to have ever received a perfect 100/100 score from Parker.

The incredible Brunello di Montalcino from Il Marroneto originates from 6 hectares of vineyards planted in 1975 by Giuseppe Mori. Located over 400 meters above sea level on the slopes of Montalcino, this site is ideal for producing the most elegant and aromatic wines possible. With natural farming, low yields, and traditional aging in wooden vats, these wines offer the deepest and purest expression of Sangiovese.