Il Marroneto Brunello Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie 2020

Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie 2020 is one of the most sought-after expressions of Sangiovese from Montalcino, crafted from a special selection of grapes surrounding the ancient church of Madonna delle Grazie, dating back to the 1200s. This single-vineyard Brunello marries purity, depth, and classic structure, showcasing the north-facing, high-altitude character that has made Il Marroneto a benchmark for traditional Brunello. Aged in large oak casks to preserve the grape’s natural aromatics, it offers a serene, almost contemplative style that rewards patient drinking.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Madonna delle Grazie shows a luminous, transparent ruby garnet hue, with that classic Brunello rim just beginning to fade into a soft brick edge. The nose is highly expressive yet refined, with vivid red cherry, wild strawberry and blood orange layered over dried rose petals, Mediterranean herbs, sweet tobacco, and a hint of cedar and underbrush. Subtle notes of sandalwood, spice box, and a gentle balsamic lift emerge with air, adding complexity without ever feeling heavy. On the palate, this is a precise, vertical Brunello: medium to full-bodied but wonderfully poised, with fine-grained tannins and a core of vibrant, juicy Sangiovese fruit. Sour cherry, pomegranate, and red plum are interwoven with notes of licorice, tea leaf, savory spice, and a touch of leather, leading into a long, mineral-tinged finish. The oak is beautifully integrated, giving structure rather than flavor dominance. Still youthful and tightly knit in 2020, it has significant aging potential: expect it to open up and gain tertiary complexity over 10–20 years, with peak drinking likely between 2028 and 2040, depending on your preference for freshness versus evolution.

Production
The Madonna delle Grazie vineyard sits on the cooler, northern side of Montalcino at notable altitude, where breezes and significant diurnal shifts preserve acidity and aromatic precision in Sangiovese. The soils are a mosaic of galestro (friable marl), sandstone, and mineral-rich clays, contributing both elegance and structure to the wine. Il Marroneto works traditionally and attentively in the vineyard, with manual work and hand-harvesting to ensure only perfectly ripe clusters are selected for this cuvée. In the cellar, fermentation occurs in large wooden vats with native yeasts, allowing a slow, gentle extraction that respects the finesse of the fruit. The wine is then matured in large Slavonian and/or similar traditional oak casks for an extended period, preserving the natural perfume of Sangiovese while adding subtle structure and protecting the wine as it slowly develops, before a further rest in bottle prior to release.

Food & Serving
This Brunello is a classic meditative wine, but it truly shines at the table with elegant, savoury dishes. Think bistecca alla fiorentina, slow-braised lamb shanks, roast veal, game birds, or duck with herbs, as well as rich mushroom risotto, truffle dishes, aged Pecorino Toscano, or Parmigiano Reggiano. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F) in large Burgundy-style or broad tulip glasses to let the aromas unfold. For current drinking, decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to soften the tannins and open its layered bouquet; as it matures, a gentle 30–60 minute decant will be enough to let this refined Brunello show its full complexity.

Producer
Founded in the 1970s by lawyer-turned-winemaker Alessandro Mori, Il Marroneto has become one of the foremost standard-bearers of traditional Brunello di Montalcino. Situated on the cooler, northern slopes of Montalcino near the ancient church of Madonna delle Grazie, the estate has championed purity of Sangiovese, long aging in large casks, and a minimalist, terroir-driven approach. Over the years, Il Marroneto’s wines—especially Madonna delle Grazie—have garnered critical acclaim and are now considered some of the most authentic and age-worthy expressions of Brunello, firmly cementing the estate’s reputation as a reference point in Tuscany and among collectors worldwide.

We deliver within 2 - 6 business days. You can choose whether it should be to a parcel shop or home delivery. Free delivery to both parcel shops and your front door. Our store partners primarily use GLS, DPD, UPS and DHL for deliveries. We cover deliveries to the majority of countries in Europe.