Brunello di Montalcino · Italy
2019 Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino
The estate Brunello from Il Marroneto walled-garden producer delivers the 2019 vintage in an approachable format - rose petal, fresh cherry, and bright acid - and is already approaching peak.
- Varietal
- Sangiovese
- Region
- Brunello di Montalcino
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Vintage
- 2019
Drinking Window
In 2026: Approaching PeakDrinkable, but best years are ahead. Peak begins 2028.
Right now: In 2026, the Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino 2019 is within its drinking window, which opened in 2025, and is actively approaching its peak phase. Peak drinking begins in 2028 and runs through 2040. The wine has moved from primary fruit territory into a transitional phase where cherry and herb notes are beginning to integrate with the first hints of balsamic and iron-mineral development. The T7 A8 B6 structure is lighter and more approachable than the Madonna delle Grazie from the same vintage, allowing the wine to express clearly now with 45-60 minutes of decanting. Opening now rewards with the rose-petal brightness and fresh cherry clarity that define Alessandro Mori wines in this benchmark vintage. The window extends through 2040 with no urgency, but the 2026-2030 window offers exceptional early pleasure.
Tasting Note
A bright garnet of medium-full depth. The Il Marroneto estate Brunello 2019 opens with rose petal, Morello cherry, and fresh herbs - the aromatic register of Alessandro Mori wines without the additional compression and incense-depth of the single-vineyard Madonna delle Grazie. On the palate, the T7 A8 B6 profile is lighter, with fine-grained tannins that are firm but yield to the palate earlier than the single-vineyard wine. The acid is bright, long, and characteristic of both the 2019 vintage and this producer approach. Flavors of fresh cherry, balsamic herb, dried roses, and iron mineral resolve on a clean, medium-length finish with genuine persistence. This is the estate entry into Il Marroneto world: more approachable than the Madonna delle Grazie, drinking with pleasure right now, and reaching its formal peak within two years.
About Il Marroneto
Il Marroneto is one of Montalcino most admired small producers, farming less than two hectares of Sangiovese Grosso within and around a walled garden adjacent to the medieval town walls. Winemaker Alessandro Mori has led the estate since 1999, applying biodynamic farming and a non-interventionist approach to winemaking: large Slavonian oak casks, no new oak, no concentration techniques, and no compromise on extended aging time. The estate Brunello draws from multiple blocks including sites outside the Madonna delle Grazie vineyard, giving it a slightly broader and more accessible aromatic profile while retaining the freshness and mineral precision that define Mori approach across the entire estate portfolio. It is the accessible entry point into one of Montalcino finest estates.
Food Pairings
Bistecca alla Fiorentina medium-rare
The bright A8 acid and fine T7 tannins of this estate Brunello complement charred beef without the grip of the heavier Madonna delle Grazie; the balsamic herb note mirrors the preparation Florentine character precisely.
Rabbit alla Cacciatora
The rose petal and herb character of this wine aligns naturally with the rosemary, tomato, and wine braise of cacciatore; the lighter B6 body does not overpower the lean rabbit protein in the way that a heavier Brunello might.
Young Pecorino Toscano with olives
The fresh cherry and iron-mineral character of Il Marroneto estate Brunello pair elegantly with young Tuscan Pecorino; the lighter B6 body and bright acid make it a versatile table wine pairing without requiring heavy food.
Service & Cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-63F (16-17C)
- Decanting
- In 2026, decant 45-60 minutes to allow the rose petal and cherry freshness to open fully. At peak from 2028, 30-45 minutes of decanting is sufficient.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, on its side.
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Frequently Asked
Is the Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino 2019 ready to drink?
Yes - the window opened in 2025 and the wine is actively approaching its peak in 2026. Decant 45-60 minutes and the rose petal, cherry, and herb character of the 2019 vintage are vivid and clean. Peak drinking begins in 2028, so there is genuine pleasure both now and over the next two years at minimum.
How does this differ from the Il Marroneto Madonna delle Grazie?
The estate Brunello draws from multiple blocks including sites outside the walled Madonna vineyard, giving it a more accessible character than the single-vineyard wine. The T7 A8 B6 structure is lighter than the Madonna delle Grazie T8 A8 B7, and the drinking arc is earlier: in window since 2025 vs the Madonna that does not open until 2028. Both wines share biodynamic farming and Slavonian oak winemaking, but the estate wine is the more approachable and earlier-drinking expression.
What food pairs best with this Brunello?
The lighter T7 A8 B6 structure and bright cherry-herb character make this wine versatile at the table: bistecca alla Fiorentina, rabbit alla cacciatora, or young Tuscan Pecorino with olives. It is less demanding than the Madonna delle Grazie and shows well with a wider range of preparations, including dishes that would overwhelm a denser Brunello.
How long does this wine age?
The drinking window runs through 2040 with a hard decline at 2045. At T7 A8 B6, this is a lighter-framed Brunello with a shorter arc than the Madonna delle Grazie, which runs through 2048. For long-term cellaring, choose the Madonna delle Grazie. For drinking over the next 10-15 years, the estate Brunello delivers excellent pleasure with less cellaring discipline required.
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