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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Red Montalcino Il Marroneto Estate
115,83 €
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7,8/10

Hidden Tuscany Rating

Good

Il Marroneto's 2018 Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese Grosso aged at least five years, distinguished by Gambero Rosso, Veronelli, Bibenda and Parker. Price of €115.83 consistent with its ranking, but no mention of organic or vegan practices.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,2

    Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso and the Montalcino zone named; profile of red fruits, spices, leather and balsamic notes consistent with the appellation.

  • Recognition20 %7,6

    Two Gambero Rosso bicchieri, three Veronelli stelle, four Bibenda grappoli, four AIS viti and Robert Parker 90: several recognized distinctions, without a guide top rating.

  • Value for money25 %7,4

    At €115.83 instead of €133.71, the price remains within the range of a Brunello DOCG distinguished by several guides; no format or comparison allows further judgment.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,8

    Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature indicated at 16-18 °C; nothing indicates whether it drinks young or ages.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %8,1

    Domain Il Marroneto named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least five years specified; organic not mentioned.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese Grosso
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneMontalcino
Vintage2018
Alcohol content14.5%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses
Awards2 bicchieri, 2 bicchieri 2015, 3 stelle veronelli, 4 grappoli bibenda, 4 viti ais, robert parker 90, robert parker 90 2017

The wine

Il Marroneto 2018: The Deep Soul of Brunello

Imagine yourself, in the heart of Tuscany, where the sun caresses the vines and time seems suspended. It is from this magical place that this Brunello di Montalcino from the Il Marroneto estate comes to us, a bottle that whispers the story of its land.

Montalcino: An Exceptional Terroir

Brunello di Montalcino is a mythical appellation, and Il Marroneto is a proud ambassador of it. Here, in Montalcino, Sangiovese Grosso reigns supreme, cultivated with a passion passed down from generation to generation. This 2018 vintage is the fruit of that devotion, a pure expression of this emblematic grape variety, raised with the greatest respect for tradition. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, followed by a long maceration that extracts all the richness of the grapes.

When you pour it, you discover an intense, brilliant ruby color, already a prelude to its depth. On the nose, a complex symphony unfolds before you: notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, mingle with floral touches of violet. Then come the spices, cinnamon, tobacco and even leather, revealing the complexity of its aging in oak barrels for at least four years. On the palate, it shows itself to be structured, with soft and elegant tannins. The refreshing acidity perfectly balances the richness of the body, leaving you with a long and persistent finish, where the fruity and spicy flavors linger delicately.

At the Table with Brunello

This Brunello di Montalcino from Il Marroneto is the ideal companion for moments when you wish to fully savor the moment. I recommend it with robust dishes: think roasted red meats, game or aged cheeses. It will elevate a dinner among friends or a more intimate evening, inviting contemplation and sharing. It is a wine that celebrates the tradition and quality of Italian viticulture, a true gem to discover.

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Fermentation in steel tanks, long maceration, then at least four years in oak barrels: Il Marroneto's 2018 takes its time, and you too would do well not to pop the cork in a hurry.

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