Il Marroneto's 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is thin and streamlined in terms of appearance. Indeed, this is one of the lightest and most luminous red wines I have seen from Montalcino in recent memory. You might mistake it for a Pinot Noir when regarded from afar. It shines with radiant ruby and garnet hues. In terms of bouquet, this Brunello emits steady aromas of wild berry, cassis, toasted almond and dried garden rose. That floral impact is the wine's most endearing characteristic. However, the wine does lose momentum in terms of mouthfeel because the finish is short and abrupt. The wine needs a year or two to flesh out. Bottle production is 15,833 strong.

A whiff of black pepper leads to cherry and strawberry flavors, accented by iron and leather notes. Firm and dry, with vibrant acidity driving the dusty finish. On the lighter side, but shows personality. Drink now through 2032. 1,314 cases made, 416 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add