2017 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie

Sangiovese Grosso - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WA 98 WE 98 TWI 97 VN 96 DC 95
WA 98

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2022

This is one of the icon wines of the appellation. The Il Marroneto 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie shows an elegantly streamlined appearance with shiny ruby highlights. This warm-vintage expression does...
WE 98

Wine Enthusiast, April 2022

Pressed rose, forest berries, crushed mint and dark spice are front and center on this fragrant, stunning red, which also has whiffs of new leather. Showing the estate's hallmark of finesse and structure, the delicious...
TWI 97

The Wine Independent, March 2023

This 2017 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie is made from a selection of the best grapes from the oldest vineyard at Il Marroneto. It has a bright, forward, ripe and sunny nose of vivid cherry, dried...
VN 96

Vinous, December 2021

The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie lights up the senses from the very first moment. Its aromatics alone are worth the price of entry; an exotic, spicy bouquet blends lavender, blood orange and tart...
DC 95

Decanter, November 2021

While Alessandro Mori reports a decrease in production of approximately 13 to 14% in 2017, he did not sacrifice his distinct and exceptional Madonna delle Grazie bottling. This single-vineyard selection is breathtakingly...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Sangiovese Grosso
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Sub-region Brunello di Montalcino
Vintage 2017
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

The 2017 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie is a remarkable Sangiovese Grosso from Tuscany, Italy. This vintage stands out for its exceptional finesse and structure, making it one of the most celebrated wines of the Brunello di Montalcino appellation.

Decanter awarded this wine a score of 95, noting its enticing autumnal persona. The reviewer describes it as "breathtakingly enticing" with aromas of wet leaves, smoke, and subtle spice. The elegant structure is highlighted by "long lean tannins" and a flavor profile of fresh cherries and red currants, finishing with a touch of paprika.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave it an impressive 98, emphasizing its "elegantly streamlined appearance" with shiny ruby highlights. The review praises the wine for its finesse, with tannins that are "silky and almost glossy," and notes of rose, wild cherry, peat moss, and blood orange. Despite the warm vintage, the wine is beautifully managed, showcasing the skill of producer Alessandro Mori.

Vinous also rated this wine highly with a score of 96, describing it as a wine that "lights up the senses" with exotic, spicy aromatics. The texture is compared to "liquid velvet," with flavors of mineral-tinged ripe cherries and sweet spice. The review highlights the wine's expressive nature and its ability to transcend the vintage, offering beauty and grace.

Wine Enthusiast matched the Wine Advocate's score of 98, focusing on the wine's fragrance and structure. The tasting notes mention "pressed rose, forest berries, crushed mint and dark spice" with tightly wound, refined tannins. The review praises the wine's balance and aging potential, suggesting it will be at its best from 2025 to 2037.

Overall, the 2017 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie is a classic example of a high-quality Brunello, with several excellent reviews acknowledging its finesse, structure, and aging potential.