2015 Marcarini "Brunate" Barolo
SKU #1430809
96 points
Wine Enthusiast
From one of the most celebrated vineyards in the denomination, this stunning red opens with enticing scents of rose, camphor, aromatic herbs and a whiff of sandalwood. The succulent, elegant palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed pomegranate, licorice and sweet tobacco framed by taut, polished tannins. It’s nicely balanced by fresh acidity. (KO)
(12/2019)
94 points
James Suckling
Aromas of pralines, tar and ripe fruit follow through to a full body, with lovely density and richness. Very velvety and plush on the finish. Gorgeous already, but shows lovely length and breed.
(1/2019)
92 points
Vinous
The 2015 Barolo Brunate is powerful, dense and tightly wound. That should not be much of an issue, as the 2015 will be released later than normal, a path Marcarini will take gradually over the next few years with the goal of releasing the wine two years later than they had previously. Dark and hulking in the glass, the 2015 is clearly not in the mood to show all of its cards today. Iron, smoke, menthol, game, dried rose petal and soil tones give the Brunate its brooding, inward personality. (AG)
(2/2019)
91 points
Wine Spectator
Subtle aromas and flavors of strawberry, cherry, rose and spice mark this elegant red. Fluid and firmly structured, just tipping toward the dry side on the tannic finish. Succulent. Best from 2022 through 2033. 2,000 cases made, 900 cases imported. — BS
(10/2019)