Eredi Fuligni

Der 2014er Rosso S.J. ist eine schöne Mischung aus Sangiovese und Merlot, die in diesem Jahrgang eher schlank und zurückhaltend ausfällt. Kirschen und ein Hauch Tabak im Bouquet, am Gaumen mittelgewichtig mit schüchternem Tannin und knackiger Säure. Ein Genuss zu kräftigen Speisen. (superiore.de)

San Jacopo ist eine schöne Mischung aus Sangiovese und Merlot, die in diesem Jahrgang sein volles Potenzial entwickelt. Kirschen und ein Hauch Tabak im Bouquet, am Gaumen kraftvoll mit packendem Tannin und dem richtigen Maß an Säure. Ein Genuss zu kräftigen Speisen. (superiore.de)

"This is an exotic red with plenty of currant, raspberry and orange peel character. Medium to full body, bright acidity and a long and flavorful finish. High energy and drinkability." James Suckling

Höchst gelungener Roter aus exzellentem Hause. Sehr saftig nach Kirsche, Tabak und etwas neuem Leder. Ein reicher, großzügiger, geradezu opulenter Roter von herrlicher Ausgewogenheit und Kraft. (superiore.de)

"This is so distinctively Tuscan with dried red plums, orange blossoms, dried redcurrants, cedar, tobacco, tar, red licorice and Indian spices. Full body, great depth of fruit and pretty acid drive. The tannins are round and ever so polished." James Suckling

Aromen von Süß- und Sauerkirschen, Brombeernoten und elegante Gewürze im Bouquet. Der lebhafte, füllige Geschmack mit ansprechenden Tanninen und einer kraftvollen Säure ist lang anhaltend und äußerst harmonisch. Ein kleiner Brunello aus sehr gutem Hause, der das Potenzial der Sangiovese-Traube auf bemerkenswerte Weise offenbart. (superiore.de)

"A solid red with dark berry, cherry and hints of chocolate. Medium to full body. Chewy tannins and a rich finish. A serious rosso, always." James Suckling

Aromen von Süß- und Sauerkirschen, Brombeernoten und elegante Gewürze im Bouquet. Der lebhafte, füllige Geschmack mit ansprechenden Tanninen und einer kraftvollen Säure ist lang anhaltend und äußerst harmonisch. Ein kleiner Brunello aus sehr gutem Hause, der das Potenzial der Sangiovese-Traube auf bemerkenswerte Weise offenbart. (superiore.de)

"This shows a distinctive and lifted candied tangerine edge, as well as blueberry peel and sour cherries. The palate’s very tight with edgy acidity, showing firm tannins and a bright finish. Not the richest of wines, but very endearing." James Suckling

Klassisch, kraftvoll, präzise, charmant und zugänglich. Besticht jedes Jahr durch Eleganz und Finesse, nachhaltig und lang. (superiore.de)

"Glänzendes, sattes Rubingranat. Sehr offene und einladende Nase mit Noten nach Preiselbeeren und Kirschen, im Hintergrund etwas Siegellack. Rund und geschmeidig in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente, offene Frucht, feinmaschiges Tannin das sich elegant entfaltet, sehr lange." Falstaff

"The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a dark and savory wine with a generous bouquet of meaty aromas that peel back in thick layers. At its core is a healthy dose of black fruit, but background aromas of cured meat, grilled spice and smoked bacon give the wine a unique personality. This wine shows enthusiastic readiness were it to be paired with a succulent, fire-roasted steak. The mouthfeel revealed by this Brunello from Fuligni is surprisingly dense, thick and velvety. The wine shows attractive richness on both the nose and the palate. It is ready to drink in the near or medium-term." Robert Parker

"Good full red. Complex, penetrating aromas and flavors of red cherry, strawberry, minerals and violet, plus a complicating hint of cinnamon. Rich and dense but with a strong mineral underpinning giving this a very precise, lifted mouthfeel. Long and very clean on the vibrant finish. Outstanding, classic, refined Brunello." Ian d'Agata

"Forest floor, aromatic herb, dark spice and eucalyptus aromas come together with a floral twist. Bright and elegant, the palate shows succulent wild cherry, white pepper, star anise and chopped mint flavors. With its taut, fine-grained tannins and firm acidity, it needs time to unwind and fully develop." Wine Enthusiast

"Extremely floral with rose-petal and cherry character. Walnut and mushroom undertones. Medium to full body, velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Citrus-rind undertones. Delicious, solid and harmonious wine." James Suckling

"Mid ruby. Fine, tight and brooding on the nose. Holding back a little on the palate too. Wonderful balance of fruit, succulent acidity and firm, chewy tannins. Real breeding and super-fine." Jancis Robinson

Tiefes Dunkelgranat. Straff und präzise der erste Eindruck, dann sehr viel dunkle Kirsche und etwas getrocknetes Obst. Noten von Teer und Asche und eine schöne Himbeernote am Gaumen. Ein insgesamt stimmiger und höchst-eleganter Wein aus exzellentem Jahrgang. (superiore.de)

"Funkelndes, intensives Rubin mit Granatschimmer. Ansprechende, vielschichtige Nase, der Reigen beginnt mit Noten nach ­Siegellack, etwas Preiselbeeere, Harz und ­Zedernholz, dann saftige Zwetschke und Himbeere. Geschliffen und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, strömt ruhig, aber kontinuierlich dahin, öffnet sich mit feinmaschigem Tannin, feiner Schmelz, im Finale mit satter Himbeer-Frucht." Falstaff

"A rich style, displaying cherry, strawberry, floral and wild herb aromas and flavors. Tightly wound, with iron, sanguine and tobacco notes rolling out on the finish." Wine Spectator

"The Fuligni 2013 Brunello di Montalcino exhibits a dark garnet color with copper-like highlights at the rim. The wine is sophisticated and austere in character, and the fruit tones are etched and firm. All of these qualities contribute to the overall sense of finesse and pedigree presented by Fuligni. Dark cherry and dried fruit segue to mineral aromas and campfire ash. The wine maintains a somewhat serious and introspective quality throughout." Robert Parker

"Concentrated mid ruby. Fresh, vigorous cherry nose and lots of concentrated cherry on the palate and fine, coating tannins. Youthful, but can already be approached. True class." Jancis Robinson

"Enticingly fragrant, this opens with delicate scents of forest berry, underbrush, new leather and crushed purple flowers. Juicy and enveloping, the smooth, full-bodied palate presents ripe Morello cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and chewing tobacco framed in taut fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"A balanced and firm red with plum, light chocolate, walnut and spice character. Medium to full body and silky tannins. I love the flavorful finish." James Suckling

"Luminous red. High-pitched aromas of sour red cherry, raspberry, rose, stainless steel, white pepper and minerals. Dense and silky in texture but displays great juiciness, clarity and floral lift; the lively but harmonious acidity really lifts and frames the bright red and mineral flavors. Totally saturates the palate and yet comes off as virtually weightless. This hauntingly beautiful wine showcases everything Brunello can be when made from an ultra-competent producer farming Sangiovese vines that grow in what is a real grand cru section of the much too large Brunello di Montalcino denomination." Antonio Galloni

"Fuligni’s 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva captures the richness of the vintage while maintaining plenty of classicism in its structure. Tar, smoke, tobacco, savory herbs and incense emerge from the exotic, highly expressive bouquet. Layers of red fruit build effortlessly through to a deeply resonant finish. The 2007 has wonderful richness, but at the same time, it is clearly holding back some of its significant potential. Overall, this is one of the best of the 2007 Riservas, even if it falls a bit short of being truly viscerally thrilling." Robert Parker

"Dried fruits with hints of coffee bean and cedar. Full body, with silky tannins and a tangy, savory finish. Almost salty character with ripe fruits. Complex and succulent on the finish. Drink or hold." James Suckling

Klassisch, kraftvoll, präzise, charmant und zugänglich. Besticht jedes Jahr durch Eleganz und Finesse, nachhaltig und lang. (superiore.de)

"Fuligni's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino is a delightful wine that excels both in terms of its generosity and its approachability. It's easy to drink the whole bottle, glass after glass. The warmer vintage has shaped soft and rich fruit flavors that are enduring and enticing. Spice, leather and tangy tobacco fill in the rear adding dimension and aromatic substance. The mouthfeel shows great textural richness and a sudden spot of bright acidity. This is an honest, upfront and utterly enjoyable Brunello." Robert Parker

"The 2011 Brunello di Montalcino is dark, pliant and super-expressive. Dark cherry, plum, blood orange and exotic spices all lift from the glass. Aromatically intriguing and generous, the 2011 will be ready to give all it's got pretty early. Although the 2011 is not especially complex, it is sensual, racing and inviting, all qualities that are accentuated by silky tannins that give the wine its succulent, open-knit personality. The 2011 spent two and half years in a combination of tonneau and cask." Antonio Galloni

"Delicate scents of pressed blue flower, sunbaked earth, red berry and dark spice emerge in the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers mature wild cherry, crushed blackberry, white pepper and licorice alongside a backbone of fine-grained tannins. A cinnamon note closes the finish. Give this a few more years to unwind then enjoy." Wine Enthusiast

"Plenty of strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors, but it's refined and elegant with brightness and finesse. Polished and wonderfully harmonious. Really gorgeous. One of wines of the vintage." James Suckling

Große Riserva aus Jahrhundertjahrgang: tiefe rubinrote Farbe, klarer, beeriger Duft, dazu ein wenigTabakaromen. Von geschmeidiger Natur, gut strukturiert undkomplex, voll und intensiv nach reifen Früchten und einem verhaltenen Vanilleton. Im langen Abgang findet sichdie betörende Aromenvielfalt der Sangiovese-Traube wieder. (superiore.de)

"The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a wine that shows immense harmony and inner poise. The powerful vintage is elegantly tempered in this expression thanks to the flowing and musical nature of the aromatic presentation. The bouquet opens to a steady pace with small berry nuances followed by spice, tobacco, pressed rose and moist earth. Dig deep and there is a bit of white truffle in there as well. The wine boasts a silky texture with a lean, tonic feel that excels in terms of length and persistence. It never feels too heavy or flat. In fact, the wine is brimming with inner energy and vitality." Robert Parker

"Fuligni's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is deep, dense and powerful, with plenty of voluptuousness and inner sweetness for the year. Leather, menthol, spice, violet and licorice wrap around a core of intense, dark-fleshed fruit. The 2010 needs a few years to fully come together, but it is impressive, even today. Mocha, black cherry, plum and mentholated nuances are woven into the persistent, juicy finish. The 2010 spent three plus years in cask." Antonio Galloni

"The nose is still a bit closed but eventually reveals black-skinned berry, dark spice, iris and a whiff of tilled soil. The palate is more expressive and downright delicious, offering juicy black cherry, raspberry jam, cinnamon and a touch of exotic spice. Firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity provide the framework while a licorice note closes the lingering finish." Wine Enthusiast

"Wonderful aromas of dried mushrooms, flowers, plums, nuts and cedar. Complex. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a long, flavorful finish. I love the finish. Such elegance. Racy and very long. Superb. What a wine. I always love this." James Suckling

"Saturated with ripe cherry, plum, dusty cocoa, tobacco and tea aromas and flavors. The solid tannins provide support but don't get in the way of the fruit and savory components. Finishes long and expansive." Wine Spectator

Tiefes Dunkelgranat. Straff und präzise der erste Eindruck, dann sehr viel dunkle Kirsche und etwas getrocknetes Obst. Noten von Teer und Asche und eine schöne Himbeernote am Gaumen. Ein insgesamt stimmiger und höchst-eleganter Wein aus exzellentem Jahrgang. (superiore.de)

"Funkelndes, intensives Rubin mit Granatschimmer. Ansprechende, vielschichtige Nase, der Reigen beginnt mit Noten nach ­Siegellack, etwas Preiselbeeere, Harz und ­Zedernholz, dann saftige Zwetschke und Himbeere. Geschliffen und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, strömt ruhig, aber kontinuierlich dahin, öffnet sich mit feinmaschigem Tannin, feiner Schmelz, im Finale mit satter Himbeer-Frucht." Falstaff

"A rich style, displaying cherry, strawberry, floral and wild herb aromas and flavors. Tightly wound, with iron, sanguine and tobacco notes rolling out on the finish." Wine Spectator

"The Fuligni 2013 Brunello di Montalcino exhibits a dark garnet color with copper-like highlights at the rim. The wine is sophisticated and austere in character, and the fruit tones are etched and firm. All of these qualities contribute to the overall sense of finesse and pedigree presented by Fuligni. Dark cherry and dried fruit segue to mineral aromas and campfire ash. The wine maintains a somewhat serious and introspective quality throughout." Robert Parker

"Concentrated mid ruby. Fresh, vigorous cherry nose and lots of concentrated cherry on the palate and fine, coating tannins. Youthful, but can already be approached. True class." Jancis Robinson

"Enticingly fragrant, this opens with delicate scents of forest berry, underbrush, new leather and crushed purple flowers. Juicy and enveloping, the smooth, full-bodied palate presents ripe Morello cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and chewing tobacco framed in taut fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"A balanced and firm red with plum, light chocolate, walnut and spice character. Medium to full body and silky tannins. I love the flavorful finish." James Suckling

"Luminous red. High-pitched aromas of sour red cherry, raspberry, rose, stainless steel, white pepper and minerals. Dense and silky in texture but displays great juiciness, clarity and floral lift; the lively but harmonious acidity really lifts and frames the bright red and mineral flavors. Totally saturates the palate and yet comes off as virtually weightless. This hauntingly beautiful wine showcases everything Brunello can be when made from an ultra-competent producer farming Sangiovese vines that grow in what is a real grand cru section of the much too large Brunello di Montalcino denomination." Antonio Galloni

Im Bouquet kleine rote Beeren, Gewürze und eine gewisse Kräuterwürze. Explodiert förmlich am Gaumen mit einem klar definierten Mix aus Himbeere, Lakritz, Kirschfrucht und etwas Zimt. Feingranuliertes Tannin und eine schier endlose Tiefe runden den hervorragenden Gesamteindruck ab. Eine der besten Brunello Riserva des Jahrgangs. (superiore.de)

"Glänzendes, sattes Granatrot. Zeigt in der Nase betont würzige Noten, nach Kardamom, Piment und Zimt, öffnet sich dann mit schöner Himbeere. Am Gaumen herzhaft und zupackend, feine gereifte Frucht, entfaltet sich dann mit dichtem Tannin, baut sich gut auf, wirkt im Finale aber ein wenig rau und trocknend, braucht noch Zeit." Falstaff

"Bright and juicy, this is packed with cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral aromas and flavors. Linear in shape and tightly wound, yet very pure, with a long, detailed aftertaste that pulls all the elements together." Wine Spectator

"From the moment you put your nose into the bouquet, the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva gives off heat, ripe fruit and power. Brunello from this warm vintage tends to be bold, muscular and emphatic, and this wine definitely supports that claim. Black cherry, prune and plum at the core are surrounded by soft oak spice and cinnamon." Robert Parker

"Mid ruby with narrow orange rim. Alluring cherry nose with minerally notes. Gorgeous intensity and length, the fruit streamlined with sappy acidity and fine, long tannins. Lots of class. Will give lots of pleasure for years to come." Jancis Robinson

"Enticing scents of iris, violet, perfumed berry and cake spice mingle with whiffs of balsamic and menthol. Full in body, but boasting a weightless elegance, the palate delivers juicy wild cherry, raspberry preserve, cinnamon and licorice. Taut, polished tannins provide structure and finesse while fresh acidity keeps it balanced." Wine Enthusiast

"There's a very complex and fresh nose with elegant red cherries, spices and light herbal nuances. Smells very fresh. The palate has beautiful focus and depth with effortless rich dark and red cherries cast amid perfectly proportioned silk-smooth tannins. Long and so focused, the finish is superb." James Suckling

"Bright saturated red. Deep, pure aromas of raspberry, licorice and minerals; a whiff of white pepper and aromatic herbs emerges with air. Sweet, dense, chewy and powerful, offering superb depth and nuance to the rich red cherry, licorice and potpourri flavors. Tactile, serious and extremely long on the fine-grained, lifted finish. Yet another great wine from Fuligni, and a knockout Brunello Riserva." Antonio Galloni