Il Marroneto’s 2003 Brunello di Montalcino is a lovely wine. Tobacco, underbrush, leather and sweet red cherries flow from this medium to full-bodied, accessible Brunello. The tannins are firm, yet beautifully-integrated and the wine offers outstanding freshness as well as fine overall balance. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018. This small estate lies just outside the town of Montalcino. The wines seem to be getting better with each passing vintage, and these 2003s are both very strong efforts. Importer: Riviera Import, Long Island City, NY; tel. (917) 328-8830

Blackberry, mineral and fresh herbs on the nose. Full-bodied, with lovely silky tannins, a pretty texture and a long finish. Best after 2011.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add