“Ignaccio” Rosso di Montalcino 2022:
youthful expression of Sangiovese, made from grapes grown on the northern slopes of Montalcino, near the church of Madonna delle Grazie. Elegant with floral hints of rose, cherry, and red berry fruits, followed by spicy notes, tobacco, noble woods, and balsamic nuances. It’s structured and harmonious with well-integrated tannins and a fresh, persistent finish.
94 pts, 60€
2022 Rosso di Montalcino “Selezione Jacopo”:
Named after Alessandro Mori's son, Jacopo, this selection represents a refined expression of the Montalcino terroir.
It’s complex bouquet features rose petals, incense, cinnamon sticks, spiced citrus peel, and dried black cherries. The wine is guided by a core of brilliant acidity and grippy tannins leading to a finish of remarkable length.
92.5 pts, 100€
2020 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino:
It reflects the estate's commitment to traditional winemaking and the unique terroir of northern Montalcino. It features notes of rose petals, fresh mint, red berries, and subtle hints of incense and nutmeg. Elegant and refined, with a silky texture and vibrant acidity leading to a long persistent finish.
95.5pts, 120€
2020 Brunello di Montalcino “Madonna delle Grazie”:
One of the most iconic and refined expressions of Sangiovese from Tuscany. Made from a single historic vineyard near the medieval church of Madonna delle Grazie in northern Montalcino. Its intensely aromatic with layers of wild berries, underbrush, rose petals, licorice root, mint, leather, and sweet spices. Full-bodied and structured, with vibrant acidity, youthful but elegant tannins and a long, mineral driven finish.
97 pts, 450€
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Tasting notes:
“Ignaccio” Rosso di Montalcino 2022:
youthful expression of Sangiovese, made from grapes grown on the northern slopes of Montalcino, near the church of Madonna delle Grazie. Elegant with floral hints of rose, cherry, and red berry fruits, followed by spicy notes, tobacco, noble woods, and balsamic nuances. It’s structured and harmonious with well-integrated tannins and a fresh, persistent finish.
94 pts, 60€
2022 Rosso di Montalcino “Selezione Jacopo”:
Named after Alessandro Mori’s son, Jacopo, this selection represents a refined expression of the Montalcino terroir.
It’s complex bouquet featuring rose petals, incense, cinnamon sticks, spiced citrus peel, and dried black cherries. The wine is guided by a core of brilliant acidity and grippy tannins leading to a finish of remarkable length.
92.5 pts, 100€
2020 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino:
It reflects the estate’s commitment to traditional winemaking and the unique terroir of northern Montalcino. It features notes of rose petals, fresh mint, red berries, and subtle hints of incense and nutmeg. Elegant and refined, with a silky texture and vibrant acidity leading to a long, persistent finish
95.5pts, 120€
2020 Brunello di Montalcino “Madonna delle Grazie”:
One of the most iconic and refined expressions of Sangiovese from Tuscany. Made from a single historic vineyard near the medieval church of Madonna delle Grazie in northern Montalcino. Its intensely aromatic with layers of wild berries, underbrush, rose petals, licorice root, mint, leather, and sweet spices. Full-bodied and structured, with vibrant acidity, succulent fruit, youthful but elegant tannins, and a long, mineral-driven finish.
97 pts, 450€
The wines are good, but man, the prices in the region are starting to get a little ridiculous.
how long do you think the marroneto brunello should be decanted from opening til consuming ?