Marcarini 2017 Brunate Barolo DOCG Piedmont Italy

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Marcarini 2017 Brunate Barolo DOCG – La Morra, Piedmont, Italy

96 Points – James Suckling | 93 Points – Wine Enthusiast | 91 Points – Vinous
Iconic Cru • Traditional Winemaking • Age-Worthy Barolo Elegance

🍷 Overview

From the historic Brunate Cru vineyard in La Morra, one of Barolo’s most celebrated terroirs, the 2017 Marcarini Brunate Barolo DOCG is a powerful and structured expression of Nebbiolo. Produced by the renowned Marcarini estate, this traditional Barolo exemplifies the family's deep-rooted winemaking legacy, passed down through generations since the mid-1800s.

Crafted in a warm, dry vintage, this Barolo is rich, layered, and age-worthy, offering a classic yet approachable style that reveals the soul of Piedmont in every glass.

🏰 The Estate – Marcarini

Located in the heart of La Morra, the Marcarini estate is a pioneer in traditional Barolo production. With vineyards in legendary crus such as Brunate and La Serra, the estate is led today by Manuel Marchetti and his children, who remain committed to sustainable farming, minimal intervention winemaking, and elevating native Piedmontese grapes like Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, and Barbera.

All Marcarini wines are vinified using traditional long macerations and aged in large Slavonian oak casks, yielding wines that are expressive, structured, and made to age gracefully.

🍇 Vineyard & Winemaking Details

• Cru Vineyard: Brunate, La Morra – one of Barolo’s most esteemed sites
• Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
• Farming: Sustainable with organic compost and natural cover crops
• Fermentation: Traditional, long maceration
• Aging: In large Slavonian oak casks for ~2 years
• Alcohol: Approx. 14%
• Cellaring Potential: Will evolve beautifully through 2032+

👃 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Garnet red with intense ruby reflections
• Nose: Complex and layered aromas of dried cherry, licorice, blue flowers, and new leather, with background notes of tobacco, menthol, mountain hay, truffle, and asphalt
• Palate: Full-bodied and assertive with bold flavors of raspberry compote, walnuts, white pepper, and smoke. Chewy yet polished tannins give structure and longevity
• Finish: Rich, layered, and impressively long—revealing the power and elegance of Brunate

🏅 Critical Acclaim

• 96 Points – James Suckling: “Powerful... dried fruit, walnuts, smoke, and asphalt... full and very layered with chewy tannins and a rich finish. Try after 2024.”
• 93 Points – Wine Enthusiast: “Licorice, crushed blue flower, raspberry, and truffle... elegantly structured palate with polished tannins.”
• 91 Points – Vinous: “Dried cherry, cedar, spice, tobacco and dried flowers… already pretty much ready to go.”

🍽️ Food Pairing Suggestions

• Braised beef short ribs with rosemary
• Black truffle risotto
• Duck confit or venison medallions
• Aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino
• Wild mushroom pasta with sage and butter

📦 Why This Wine Is Special

• 🏆 From the iconic Brunate vineyard—one of Barolo’s most prestigious crus
• 🍇 Made using traditional Barolo methods for authenticity and aging potential
• 🕰️ One of the top-rated wines of the vintage, with 96 points from James Suckling
• 🌱 Sustainably farmed, with native Piedmontese varietals and minimal intervention

✅ Add the Power and Elegance of Brunate to Your Collection

The 2017 Marcarini Brunate Barolo DOCG offers a masterclass in traditional Barolo winemaking. Structured, bold, and nuanced, this wine is built for both serious collectors and lovers of classic Piedmont reds. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for another decade, this is a bottle that speaks of time, place, and heritage.