Il Conte Villa Prandone, Rosso Piceno Superiore Marinus 2022

Il Conte Villa Prandone’s Marinus 2022 is a generous Rosso Piceno Superiore from the rolling hills of Monteprandone in Italy’s Marche region. Combining expressive red-fruit character with velvety tannins, a year of oak maturation and a long finish, it offers a polished yet approachable interpretation of this historic regional style.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays a deep ruby-red colour. Its nose is intense and inviting, with aromas of ripe red fruits, blackcurrants and raspberries, complemented by subtle nuances from its time in oak. On the palate, Marinus is full-bodied and smooth, with supple, velvety tannins and a well-rounded texture. The fruit remains prominent through the long, persistent finish. It is enjoyable now, while its structure and oak maturation should allow it to develop further over the next few years when stored in suitable cellar conditions.

Production
The vineyards are located among the beautiful hills of Monteprandone in the province of Ascoli Piceno, where breezes from the Adriatic Sea meet cooler air from the Sibillini Mountains. This creates a healthy, balanced microclimate that supports even grape ripening. Carefully selected grapes are gently pressed and fermented for 12–18 days at a controlled temperature of 24–28°C. The wine is then held in thermally conditioned stainless-steel tanks for three months before maturing in oak barrels for one year.

Food & Serving
A natural partner for roasted and grilled meats, Marinus also works beautifully with game dishes, rich stews and mature cheeses. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 16–18°C. Decanting is not essential, but a brief 30–45 minute decant can help open the aromas and soften the wine’s structure, particularly when served young.

Producer
Il Conte Villa Prandone is a historic estate based in Monteprandone, where generations of experience and a deep respect for the vineyards shape its wines. The estate cultivates a broad selection of local and international varieties, including Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Merlot, Passerina, Pecorino and Trebbiano. Its identity is closely tied to the distinctive hills and maritime-mountain climate of the Ascoli Piceno area, with a winemaking philosophy centred on passion, careful vineyard work and the character of the land.

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