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Marcarini, Barolo Brunate, 2010

Red Wine from Piedmont, Italy
by Marcarini
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Brunate is one of Barolo's grand crus, and the Marcarini family has farmed a substantial chunk of it for generations from their base in La Morra. This is the wine that made their name: traditionally made Nebbiolo aged two years in large Slavonian oak casks, built to reward the cellar. The 2010 vintage is one of the modern greats in Barolo, a cool, classic year that produced wines of structure, perfume and remarkable longevity. At fifteen years on, this is just entering its mature window; decant it well, or hold a few more years.

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Antonio Galloni

93 points

"Deep and beguiling in the glass, the 2010 Barolo Brunate shows the intrigue that is such a central theme in wines from this great site. Rose petal, violet and lavender notes open up in the glass, followed by dark red stone fruits, spices, menthol and tobacco. Broad, firm tannins provide the framework, but this is an unusually polished, young Brunate that is quite impressive, even at this early stage. The texture, breath and layered finish is pure Brunate." —Antonio Galloni

Robert Parker

91 points

"The 2010 Barolo Brunate starts off with savory notes of cured meat and smoked bacon that unfold to reveal dark fruit and bitter chocolate as the wine evolves. Wines from the Brunate cru always deliver an extra sense of boldness and ripeness and Marcarini’s expression is no exception. Chopped mint, cinnamon and black olive appear at different stages of the experience. The tannins show some astringency so give this wine an extra year or two of cellar aging. Drink: 2017-2027." —Monica Larner

Jancis Robinson

17 points

"Just mid ruby with watery orange rim. Complex nose with hints of baking spice. Palate is quite subdued and compact, while there is a real sense of hidden power underneath."

Wine Spectator

94 points

"This elegant red offers enticing aromas of rose, strawberry and cherry, with a hints of tobacco and spice. Firm and well-balanced, showing sweet fruit intertwined with tannins on the finish."

Kerin O'Keefe

94 points

"This polished wine opens with aromas that recall porcini mushroom, underbrush, woodland berries and whiffs of balsam. The dense palate delivers crushed black cherry, red raspberry, menthol, sage, black pepper and licorice alongside bracing tannins and lively acidity. Drink after 2020." —Kerin O'Keefe

More about Marcarini

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Nebbiolo

  • Vintage

    2010

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Traditional

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Brasato al Barolo, braised beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, or aged Castelmagno.

Tasting Profile

Classic traditional Barolo. Nebbiolo's signature rose, tar, dried cherry and licorice, now joined by maturing notes of leather and earth. Full-bodied with firm but resolving tannins, bright acidity and a long, perfumed finish.

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