Producer
Il Marroneto
Owner and winemaker Alessandro Mori gave up a career in law to pursue his dream in 1994. He took over vineyards at an elevation of 400 metres on the north eastern side of Montalcino, with spectacular views across to Siena. The steep sided slopes are not the easiest to farm, but they are capable of producing exceptional fruit, and after 30 years Alessandro understands every nuance of his vineyards. He was mentored by the lat...Read more
Owner and winemaker Alessandro Mori gave up a career in law to pursue his dream in 1994. He took over vineyards at an elevation of 400 metres on the north eastern side of Montalcino, with spectacular views across to Siena. The steep sided slopes are not the easiest to farm, but they are capable of producing exceptional fruit, and after 30 years Alessandro understands every nuance of his vineyards. He was mentored by the late Mario Cortevesio and Giulio Gambelli, both legends in winemaking circles, and he carries their legacy of traditional methods. Alessandro, now joined by his son Iacopo, is the type of winemaker who can conjure greatness from even so called “lesser” vintages such as 2017 and 2018. Focussing their energy on the vineyards, the Mori’s are traditionalists in the cellar, intervening minimally and focussing on elegant wines that display unparalleled levels of purity and a backbone of acidity, allowing them to age for many years while still displaying the estate’s hallmark energy. In essence, Alessandro and Iacopo are focused on producing wines with soul, and each year they succeed.Read less
