"Alessandros Brunello normale, dvs. den af hans to Brunello'er der kommer ud i hver eneste årgang, er et af de mest race-rene udtryk af ægte Brunello di Montalcino. Det er en klassisk, elegant top-Brunello fremstillet på 100% Sangiovese Grosso fra Il Marronetos mark på nordøst-siden af Montalcino, en mark beliggende i ca. 350-400 meters højde med en sandholdig, mineralsk og havfossil-præget jordbund. Vinifikation finder sted i ståltank, helt uden temperaturregulering. Straks efter druernes ankomst i gæringstankene, begynder Alessandro Mori at udføre kontinuerlig pump over, som han fortsætter i to dage. Dette udløser en kickstart af den spontane gæring, og i løbet af blot 5-6 timer har mosten opnået en gæringstemperatur på ca. 33-34º C. Denne hurtige, og forholdsvis eksplosive, gæring varer blot ca. 12 dage, hvorefter den alkoholiske gæring er tilendebragt. Herefter presses cap'en hårdt ned for at udtrække syre i ren form. Skindet skilles dernæst fra den færdigfermenterede vin, hvorefter al vinen fordeles på store gamle fade. På disse fade gennemgår vinen langsom malolaktisk gæring og modnes i i alt 39 måneder, inden sammenstikning og aftapning samt yderligere lagring på flaske. Hele processen er indbegrebet af "naturalisme"; vinen fremstilles uden hjælp i form af gær, enzymer, kemi, avanceret teknologisk udstyr, filtrering eller andet. Denne Brunello di Montalcino er således fremstillet efter helt old-school, low-tech metoder, og er dermed et af de mest rene udtryk man kan finde af Sangiovese Grosso." Distinto
"Il Marroneto’s 2021 Brunello di Montalcino is immediately captivating, showing lift and verticality that sets it clearly apart, with bright cherry fruit, grenadine and grilled watermelon underscored by an energetic, punchy edge. There is an appealing sweetness to the aromatics alongside hints of white peppercorn and pressed violet, with lifted tones that flirt with volatility yet remain controlled, carried by remarkably soft and polymerized tannins. The 2021 is distinctly austere and complex, etched with mineral precision and built with multiple layers stacked one atop another, gaining depth rather than breadth." Wine Advocate 95p
"The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino wafts up with an exotic blend of crushed sour cherries and dried violets complemented by cedar spice box and nuances of incense. It is seamless and silken in feel, displaying notable weight while also coming across as graceful and refined, with a remarkably pretty blend of wild strawberries and a crunch of minerality. A raspberry sauce concentration and sour citrus twang remain as edgy tannins linger, offset by a bump of riveting acidity. This is a fantastic vintage for Il Marroneto's Brunello, here taking on a level of complexity and concentration I usually associate with the Madonna delle Grazie." Vinous 97p
"Without taking anything away from owner Alessandro Mori, it seems that since his son Iacopo joined him in the cellar in 2019, Il Marroneto’s wines have achieved even greater precision. Perhaps it is the result of having another equally meticulous pair of hands. Whatever the reason, this 2021 could be the estate’s best classic Brunello so far – definitely on a par with the Madonna delle Grazie bottling. Perfumes of rose, peony, lavender and lilac unfold from a sweet, earthy backdrop. It floats effortlessly yet with ample depth of dark red cherry and raspberry flavour. Juicy orange rings from the core. Exquisitely refined, suede-like tannins are long and silky, though denser than usual, while piercing minerality prolongs the finish. Drinkability that is delectably within reach." Decanter 98p
"A dark and complex wine with aromas of black cherries, cherry pits, dried flowers, licorice and hints of leather and intoxicating violets. There is elegance as well as depth. Medium- to full-bodied with great density and concentration, sleek tannins of outstanding ripeness, graceful acidity and a super-polished finish. Licorice aftertaste." James Suckling 98p
