{"product_id":"il-marroneto-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","title":"Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarroneto Brunello di Montalcino is a classic-profile Tuscan red wine made from \u003cstrong\u003eSangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes. It displays a garnet colour with ruby highlights, heralding a full-bodied and structured palate. On tasting, it reveals a \u003cstrong\u003esilky tannic texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by vibrant freshness. The bouquet weaves together notes of Mediterranean scrub, cherry, blood orange and lavender, finishing with a \u003cstrong\u003elong balsamic aftertaste\u003c\/strong\u003e. This red boasts remarkable longevity and is the ideal pairing for roast meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards of Il Marroneto winery are located on the northern slope of Montalcino, in an area with a particularly cool climate. The vines grow at around \u003cstrong\u003efour hundred metres above sea level\u003c\/strong\u003e, sinking their roots into soils composed of \u003cstrong\u003emarine sand mixed with minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e. This geological matrix enriches the wine with a \u003cstrong\u003epronounced savouriness\u003c\/strong\u003e and deep mineral accents. Such environmental conditions favour balanced grape development, ensuring the lively acidity and structural precision that define its distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification follows a low-intervention approach, starting in stainless steel tanks. Fermentation is carried out by \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e at high temperatures, a technique aimed at preserving the integrity of the aromas. To optimise aromatic extraction, regular pump-overs are performed. The long ageing process takes place entirely in \u003cstrong\u003elarge Slavonian oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, encouraging slow and harmonious maturation. This method preserves the \u003cstrong\u003evitality of the fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing complexity without allowing woody notes to dominate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1974 in Montalcino, Il Marroneto by Alessandro Mori champions traditional low-intervention winemaking. The 2020 vintage, made from Sangiovese grapes grown on mineral-rich marine sands, ferments with indigenous yeasts, releasing extraordinary vitality. The meticulous ageing for 45 months in Slavonian oak barrels shapes a Brunello with a classic and elegant profile. Produced in 36,139 bottles, this masterpiece guarantees incredible longevity, maintaining a fresh and fragrant sip that evolves beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Il Marroneto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44910955135147,"sku":"55491","price":126.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/il-marroneto-brunello-di-montalcino-2020_55491_1_6d0ccdee-5f53-460c-9f15-7c0a80f76391.webp?v=1773760347","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/il-marroneto-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}