Eredi Fuligni

Spannende Cuvée aus Sangiovese mit einem kleinen Teil Merlot. Satt Rubinrot im Glas, im typisch toskanischen Bouquet Schwarzkirsche, Tabak, Zedernholz, junges Leder und Lakritze. Breitet sich weit am Gaumen aus, seine Saftigkeit und Ausdrucksstärke machen ihn zu einem großzügigen, fruchtig-eleganten Erlebnis mit hohem Genuss- und Wiedererkennungswert. SUPERIORE.DE

"A beautifully juicy red with currant, berry, chocolate and some plum character. It’s full-bodied, layered and creamy with delicious fruit and a long, flavorful finish." James Suckling

Spannende Cuvée aus Sangiovese mit einem kleinen Teil Merlot. Satt Rubinrot im Glas, im typisch toskanischen Bouquet Schwarzkirsche, Tabak, Zedernholz, junges Leder und Lakritze. Breitet sich weit am Gaumen aus, seine Saftigkeit und Ausdrucksstärke machen ihn zu einem großzügigen, fruchtig-eleganten Erlebnis mit hohem Genuss- und Wiedererkennungswert. SUPERIORE.DE

Helles Rubin. Reiches Bouquet nach roter Kirsche, Erdbeere, Schokolade und Veilchen. Am Gaumen großzügig und lebhaft nach Rhabarber-Erdbeerkuchen und Sauerkirsche, die Frucht schön konzentriert und voll. Die edel gewirkte Tanninstruktur geleitet diesen vielschichtigen und sehr ernstzunehmenden Rosso in einen reizvollen, mineralischen Abgang. Fuligni gelingt mit diesem Jahrgang ein für die Appellation herausragender Tropfen, der in punkto Stilistik genialer Grenzgänger zwischen Tradition und Moderne ist. SUPERIORE.DE

"A beautiful Rosso di Montalcino with berry, cherry, light cedar and chocolate undertones. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, linear tannins that are polished and lightly chewy. Just the right amount of tannin and cedar at the finish." James Suckling

"The 2018 Rosso di Montalcino Ginestreto is a gorgeous expression of Sangiovese fruit, showing spiced black cherries with hints of clove, sage and dusty florals. It’s ripe and generous yet also perfectly balanced, blending wild berry fruit with salty minerals, as zesty acids keep its energy high. There’s a bit of a tannic tug here, but it never gets in the way of this truly enjoyable Rosso; instead it just punctuates the expression perfectly. It will be hard to keep your hands off, but another year in bottle may bring out further depths." Vinous

Helles Rubin. Reiches Bouquet nach roter Kirsche, Erdbeere, Schokolade und Veilchen. Am Gaumen großzügig und lebhaft nach Rhabarber-Erdbeerkuchen und Sauerkirsche, die Frucht schön konzentriert und voll. Die edel gewirkte Tanninstruktur geleitet diesen vielschichtigen und sehr ernstzunehmenden Sangiovese in einen reizvollen, mineralischen Abgang. Fuligni gelingt hier jedes Jahr ein für die Appellation herausragender Tropfen, der in punkto Stilistik genialer Grenzgänger zwischen Tradition und Moderne ist. SUPERIORE.DE

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 (vinous.com)

"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

"Pristine and fresh, with driving acidity: the Fuligni style expresses elegance above all, reflecting its cool-sited vineyards in the north of the region. This Riserva has understated but finely delineated aromas of flowers, raspberries and fresh hay, and is fragrant, light and dancing on the palate too, with fine-milled tannins." Decanter

"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." VINOUS

Hier kommt einer der Arche-Typen des Bilderbuch-Jahrgangs 2015. Ein Wein voller Reichtum und Harmonie, der die traditionalle Handschrift des Winzers nicht verleugnet, sondern voluminös unterstreicht. Leuchtend rote Steinfrucht, Wildblumen, Zimt und Noten feiner Wiesenkräuter verweben sich zu einem großzügigen, offenen Wein, der sich mit zunehmender Belüftung zu einem vielschichtigen Crescendo ausweitet und mit seiner Kraft bei gleichzeitiger Finesse keine Wünsche offen lässt. SUPERIORE.DE

"Noch etwas verschlossen im Antritt, mit der Belüftung dann Noten von Pflaumen und Kräutern; die Säure frisch und perfekt eingebunden, hervorragend gearbeitete Tannine, das Finale fruchtig-würzig. Kann reifen." Vinum

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubingranat. Zeigt sich in der Nase etwas verhangen, öffnet sich dann mit Noten nach Zwetschken und Heidelbeeren. Zupackendes, stoffiges Tannin, sehr dicht, baut sich lange auf." Falstaff

"Tasted blind. Mid ruby with orange tinges. Balsamic, sweet complex nose with hints of oatmeal. Supple, juicy and expressive on the palate with gorgeous, grainy tannins clinging to the fruit. Truly tangy and with a generous dose of long-lasting fruit on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"The Fuligni estate is located between the town of Montalcino and Torrenieri in the northeast. Its 10ha of vineyards reach up to 450 metres on rocky marls and are mostly east facing. This rather gentle, cooler exposition worked in the wine's favour in 2015. While full-bodied, it is adeptly proportioned and even demonstrates great precision, boasting sweet, dried herbs, coriander and leather atop plush red cherries. There is a stoniness underneath, with layers of clingy tannins and a sappy, appetising finish." Decanter

"Fuligni's 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is dark and alluring, pulling me closer to the glass with each swirl, as a mix of ripe black cherry, rosemary, smoke, and moist earth lift from the glass, with sweet florals and a bit of animal musk developing over time. On the palate, it glides across the senses like silk, with ripe dark red fruits paving the way for sweet spice, as saline-minerals slowly saturate in a display that was perfectly balanced and not missing a single step. The finish is long, showing the first notes of tannic heft, with dried red fruits and minerals. The 2015 Fuligni Brunello balances its beautifully ripe fruit with classic tannins and a truly gorgeous perfumed character. It’s sure to have a lot of fans, and as it youthfully closes up in the glass. I can imagine a long life ahead for it." Vinous

"Rose, violet, camphor, wild berry and aromatic herb aromas are front and center in this gorgeous red. It's juicy, enveloping and delicious, doling out succulent black cherry, raspberry compote, licorice and baking spice alongside velvety tannins. Thanks to the estate's vineyards north of Montalcino, it has freshness and mid-term staying power." Wine Enthusiast

"The purity of fruit on the nose is perfection with cherries, crushed raspberries, mineral, pumice and citrus fruit. Dust, too. Full body. Powerful, chewy tannins. So long and muscular, yet polished and formed. Most structured Brunello I have ever had from here. A wine for decades." James Suckling

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." VINOUS

Fulignis Brunello Riserva 2013 eröffnet mit einem Bouquet von Waldbeeren, Mandeln, gegrilltem Rosmarin, Balsamkraut und Cassis. Wie immer ist der hochelegante Stil des jedes Jahr ausgezeichneten Familienbetriebs sofort identifizierbar, er präsentiert sich schon heute nach guter Belüftung reichhaltig, komplex, mit schöner Frische und präzisem Tanningerüst und lässt auf mindestens 20 Jahre Reifepotenzial schließen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Glänzendes, sattes Granatrot. Sehr dichte und ansprechende Nase, satt nach Himbeere, Rosenblätter und Kirschenkonfitüre. Am Gaumen sehr präsent, saftig und mit feimaschigem Tannin ausgestattet, rollt förmlich über den Gaumen, langer Nachhall nach reifen Kirschen." Falstaff

"Mid ruby. Lifted dark-fruit nose. Really ripe yet tangy and with lovely chewy tannins supporting the fruit. Powerful, yet not overpowering." Jancis Robinson

"A dense, muscular version, this red boasts cherry, currant, tobacco, iron and wild herb aromas and flavors. Bright and juicy, with fine balance and a refreshing finish." Wine Spectator

"Luminous deep red. Steely aromas and flavors of redcurrant, cranberry cocktail, and sour red cherry are complicated by cinnamon and minerals, while lifted by a bright violet topnote. Fresh, precise and focused, with harmonious lively acidity providing outstanding clarity and cut extending the flavors nicely on the long, suave, refined finish." Vinous

"Initially closed and shy, the 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva needs a little extra time in the glass before it starts to shine. The wine is made according to a very classic blueprint that prizes delicate primary fruit freshness, fully integrated tannins (nudged forward by Slavonian oak casks) and bright acidity. Fruit for this wine is sourced from 20-year-old vines that deliver the added extract and concentration worthy of a Riserva expression. This wine is impeccably balanced and radiant. It drinks beautifully straight out of the gate, however, it has the natural DNA to assure a graceful aging future." Robert Parker

"Very intense aromas of ripe dark fruit with plums and cherries, intermingled with aged meat, warm stones and sweet, dried-wood nuances. The concentrated palate has a suave and plush core with tannins building in impressive layers to hold a long, flavorful finish." James Suckling

"Rose, wild berry, camphor and a whiff of exotic spice float out of the glass along with a hint of new leather. Radiant and loaded with finesse, the taut, elegantly structured palate delivers juicy red cherry, strawberry compote, baking spice and licorice while fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity provide balance and support." (Cellar Selection) Wine Enthusiast

Man sagt, es soll hin und wieder Brunello Riserve geben, die aufgrund der längeren Fassreife austrocknend und eher fruchtlos daherkommen. Spätestens bei den Riserve von Fuligni sollte man mit diesem Vorurteil gänzlich aufräumen. Was hier in den besten Jahrgängen aus ausgesuchten Fässern des Jahrgangs kommt, ist das komplette Gegenteil. Die 2015er Riserva zeigt eine schöne tertiäre Intensität mit Waldbeeren und Pflaumen, gefolgt von Balsamkräutern, Lakritze, gegrillten Kräutern und Gewürzen. Wir sind begeistert von der schieren Üppigkeit und dem Reichtum dieses Weins, der dabei die ganze Zeit über angenehm mittelgewichtig bleibt, auf der anderen Seite jedoch viel Eleganz und ausreichende Kraft produziert. Diese Riserva fühlt sich nie zu schwer oder zu flach an, sondern sie überzeugt mit disziplinierter Energie und Vitalität. Sie steigert sich mit jedem weiteren Glas in eine passgenau abgestimmte Welt aus Moderne und Tradition, die in ihrer weingewordenen Form ihresgleichen sucht. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sattes Rubin-Granat, leicht aufhellender Rand. Kompakte Nase mit Noten nach Brombeere, dunkler Waldhimbeere und viel Gewürznelken. Am Gaumen stoffig und kompakt, präsentiert sich mit dichtmaschigem Tannin, kernig, dazwischen immer wieder feiner Schmelz, dunkle Frucht, im Finale sehr gewichtig." Falstaff

"It’s hard to put down a glass of the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva. This youthfully restrained yet remarkably pretty wine trades power for undeniable elegance and refinement. It’s dark and moody at times, bright and focused on radiant fruits at others. Layer after layer of crushed black cherry, woodland herbs, autumnal spice, mint leaf, cedar box and earth resonate in the glass. Its silky textures coat all that they touch in a mix of dark red berries and salty minerals, turning dry and structured toward the close under an air of inner florals and earth tones. It will be some time before the 2015 is ready, but I hope to be able to revisit this when it is. Tasted twice with consistent results." Vinous

"This Brunello offers dark fruit flavors of black currant, blackberry, violet and iron. A steely line of tannins adds support and the supple texture ties it all together. Classy and complex, finishes with accents of tobacco and spice." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of ripe black-skinned fruit, menthol and star anise form the nose of this full-bodied red. Combining structure and finesse, the palate delivers raspberry, licorice and vanilla before a coffee finish. A backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity keep it well balanced." Wine Enthusiast

"Fuligni’s Riserva embodies the spirit of its designation. Despite long ageing in large oak casks, it demands more time in bottle and should age gracefully for many years. It comes from the estate’s original Podere Cottimelli site in Montalcino’s northeast. Earthy chestnut and wet soil make way for hints of liquorice, lilac and allspice. Broad and expansive, it starts off with velvety tannins that build to a powdery mass, yet there's a lovely perfume that lifts the palate along with saline, stony nuances and citrussy acidity to finish." Decanter

"Fuligni gives us a truly special expression from this sunny and warm vintage. What I notice first in the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is the elegance of the aromas and those dusty, almost salty mineral notes of crushed limestone that frame the delicate fruit packed tight within. There are other distinctive aromas here, such as balsam herb, dried mint and powdered licorice root that add more layers to the bouquet. That layering continues to the palate where the wine excels on all fronts—balanced concentration, structure and freshness. This is a unique creation and a very precious wine. It is one of the stand outs of the year." Robert Parker

"A tight, linear red with plums, chocolate and walnuts and some forest-floor and porcini mushroom undertones. Complex and aromatic. Full-bodied with dense, chewy tannins that are intense and powerful. Flavorful and long. Opulent." 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 (vinous.com)

"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

Hier kommt einer der Arche-Typen des Bilderbuch-Jahrgangs 2015. Ein Wein voller Reichtum und Harmonie, der die traditionalle Handschrift des Winzers nicht verleugnet, sondern voluminös unterstreicht. Leuchtend rote Steinfrucht, Wildblumen, Zimt und Noten feiner Wiesenkräuter verweben sich zu einem großzügigen, offenen Wein, der sich mit zunehmender Belüftung zu einem vielschichtigen Crescendo ausweitet und mit seiner Kraft bei gleichzeitiger Finesse keine Wünsche offen lässt. SUPERIORE.DE

"Noch etwas verschlossen im Antritt, mit der Belüftung dann Noten von Pflaumen und Kräutern; die Säure frisch und perfekt eingebunden, hervorragend gearbeitete Tannine, das Finale fruchtig-würzig. Kann reifen." Vinum

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubingranat. Zeigt sich in der Nase etwas verhangen, öffnet sich dann mit Noten nach Zwetschken und Heidelbeeren. Zupackendes, stoffiges Tannin, sehr dicht, baut sich lange auf." Falstaff

"Tasted blind. Mid ruby with orange tinges. Balsamic, sweet complex nose with hints of oatmeal. Supple, juicy and expressive on the palate with gorgeous, grainy tannins clinging to the fruit. Truly tangy and with a generous dose of long-lasting fruit on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"The Fuligni estate is located between the town of Montalcino and Torrenieri in the northeast. Its 10ha of vineyards reach up to 450 metres on rocky marls and are mostly east facing. This rather gentle, cooler exposition worked in the wine's favour in 2015. While full-bodied, it is adeptly proportioned and even demonstrates great precision, boasting sweet, dried herbs, coriander and leather atop plush red cherries. There is a stoniness underneath, with layers of clingy tannins and a sappy, appetising finish." Decanter

"Fuligni's 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is dark and alluring, pulling me closer to the glass with each swirl, as a mix of ripe black cherry, rosemary, smoke, and moist earth lift from the glass, with sweet florals and a bit of animal musk developing over time. On the palate, it glides across the senses like silk, with ripe dark red fruits paving the way for sweet spice, as saline-minerals slowly saturate in a display that was perfectly balanced and not missing a single step. The finish is long, showing the first notes of tannic heft, with dried red fruits and minerals. The 2015 Fuligni Brunello balances its beautifully ripe fruit with classic tannins and a truly gorgeous perfumed character. It’s sure to have a lot of fans, and as it youthfully closes up in the glass. I can imagine a long life ahead for it." Vinous

"Rose, violet, camphor, wild berry and aromatic herb aromas are front and center in this gorgeous red. It's juicy, enveloping and delicious, doling out succulent black cherry, raspberry compote, licorice and baking spice alongside velvety tannins. Thanks to the estate's vineyards north of Montalcino, it has freshness and mid-term staying power." Wine Enthusiast

"The purity of fruit on the nose is perfection with cherries, crushed raspberries, mineral, pumice and citrus fruit. Dust, too. Full body. Powerful, chewy tannins. So long and muscular, yet polished and formed. Most structured Brunello I have ever had from here. A wine for decades." James Suckling

Sie wissen es längst: Fulignis Brunello ist in jedem Jahr eine Benchmark. Doch das, was die Familie im Top-Jahr 2016 in die Flasche zaubert, katapultiert den gewohnt traditionellen und mustergültigen Stil in neue Sphären. Süße rote Beeren, Blumen, Minze, Gewürze und Anis sind in diesem großzügigen Wein auf einmalige Weise miteinander verwoben. Der Wein gewinnt an Volumen und Tiefe im Glas, während sich die Aromen zu einem ungeahnten Crescendo aufbauen. Dies ist ein außergewöhnlich gut ausbalancierter und finessenreicher Brunello voller Charakter und Eigenständigkeit. Die Tannine bleiben fest, aber es gibt genug Dichte und Komplexität der Frucht, so dass das Öffnen einer Flasche auch in jungen Jahren keinerlei Grund zur Reue gibt. Diesen Brunello sollten Sie (neben allen anderen herausragenden Ergebnissen des Ausnahme-Jahrgangs) nun wirklich nicht verpassen! SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, kraftvolles Rubin mit ausgeprägtem Granatrand. Eröffnet mit leicht malzigen Noten, dann reife Zwetschken, etwas getrocknete Steinpilze und Tomaten, vielschichtig. Eröffnet am Gaumen mit herzhaften, dichten Tanninen, fest und tiefgründig, salzig und lange im Nachhall." Falstaff

"Healthy mid ruby. Closed, brooding with cherry and cranberry with minerally notes. Iron with a suggestion of orange skin and oak. Embryonic, poised cherry and raspberry palate but with real concentration and with a long vein of acidity running through it. Very long and transparent, with finely-chiselled, long tannins and amazing depth." Jancis Robinson

"A core of cherry and kirsch marks this vivid, linear red, packing strawberry, floral, sanguine, iron and tobacco notes into a slim frame. Balanced and structured, ends with a lingering impression of ripe fruit and savory elements." Wine Spectator

"The Fuligni 2016 Brunello di Montalcino shows balance and symmetry with plenty of primary intensity to ensure a long cellar life. The bouquet opens to dark plum, dried raspberry, spice, aniseed and grilled herb. I get a lot of Mediterranean lavender and rosemary essence. This is a mid-weight Brunello with aromas that prove elegant and buoyant. If you have visited the Fuligni estate, you may agree that it occupies one of the best positions in the appellation with open views onto the enormous expanse of the Val d'Orcia that plays out until the horizon ends. This is one of Montalcino's historic cellars with many stories to tell. Luckily for us, much of that narrative unfolds in the beauty and the elegance of a wine like this." Robert Parker

"Aromas of cedar, sandalwood and black cherries with some plums. Full-bodied and very chewy with lots of tannins and a fluid fruit base behind it all, providing such beauty and precision. Real purity and focus. Give this two or three years to come together." James Suckling

"Dark, inward and intense, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a towering effort that will thrill collectors for many years to come. It arrives in waves, first black fruits evolving to red, then sage and earthy minerals, followed by brown spice and, finally, hints of tobacco. Youthfully dense, velvety and in no hurry to unfurl the complex web of fruit, minerals and tannins found within, this instead leaves you guessing at what’s to come. That said, there’s perfect symmetry here, along with the combination of structure and primary intensity to guarantee many years of positive maturation. Hints of licorice, currant and baker’s chocolate linger long. This is simply gorgeous." Vinous

"The Fuligni family moved from Maremma to Montalcino early in the 20th century, establishing the estate in 1923. Maria Flora has been at the helm since 1971, with her nephew Roberto managing most of the operations today. This historic property has released one of the most exquisite wines of 2016. Revealing its complexities gradually, it unfolds with a smoky flintiness, balsamic nuances and Mediterranean herbs. Seemingly endless in layers and depth, there is generosity but it never weighs the palate down. Powerful, sophisticated tannins are finely powdered, and piercing acidity radiates throughout. Hints of liquorice, violet, blood orange and iron eventually emerge. Lengthy and effortlessly commanding." Decanter

"Enticingly fragrant, this opens with heady aromas of rose, violet, new leather, truffle and balsamic whiffs of camphor. Vibrant and focused, the chiseled, elegant palate is all about finesse, delivering bright red cherry, orange zest, licorice and white pepper framed in taut, refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it superbly balanced and fresh. It's already drinking beautifully but hold for even more complexity." Wine Enthusiast

Große Riserva aus Jahrhundertjahrgang: tiefe rubinrote Farbe, klarer, beeriger Duft, dazu ein wenig Tabakaromen. Von geschmeidiger Natur, gut strukturiert und komplex, voll und intensiv nach reifen Früchten und einem verhaltenen Vanilleton. Im langen Abgang findet sich die 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." VINOUS

"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

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." VINOUS

Fulignis Brunello Riserva aus ausgewogenem Jahrgang eröffnet mit einem Bouquet von Waldbeeren, Mandeln, gegrilltem Rosmarin, Balsamkraut und Cassis. Wie immer ist der hochelegante Stil des jedes Jahr ausgezeichneten Familienbetriebs sofort identifizierbar, er präsentiert sich schon heute nach guter Belüftung reichhaltig, komplex, mit schöner Frische und präzisem Tanningerüst und lässt auf mindestens 20 Jahre Reifepotenzial schließen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Glänzendes, sattes Granatrot. Sehr dichte und ansprechende Nase, satt nach Himbeere, Rosenblätter und Kirschenkonfitüre. Am Gaumen sehr präsent, saftig und mit feimaschigem Tannin ausgestattet, rollt förmlich über den Gaumen, langer Nachhall nach reifen Kirschen." Falstaff

"Mid ruby. Lifted dark-fruit nose. Really ripe yet tangy and with lovely chewy tannins supporting the fruit. Powerful, yet not overpowering." Jancis Robinson

"A dense, muscular version, this red boasts cherry, currant, tobacco, iron and wild herb aromas and flavors. Bright and juicy, with fine balance and a refreshing finish." Wine Spectator

"Luminous deep red. Steely aromas and flavors of redcurrant, cranberry cocktail, and sour red cherry are complicated by cinnamon and minerals, while lifted by a bright violet topnote. Fresh, precise and focused, with harmonious lively acidity providing outstanding clarity and cut extending the flavors nicely on the long, suave, refined finish." VINOUS

"Initially closed and shy, the 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva needs a little extra time in the glass before it starts to shine. The wine is made according to a very classic blueprint that prizes delicate primary fruit freshness, fully integrated tannins (nudged forward by Slavonian oak casks) and bright acidity. Fruit for this wine is sourced from 20-year-old vines that deliver the added extract and concentration worthy of a Riserva expression. This wine is impeccably balanced and radiant. It drinks beautifully straight out of the gate, however, it has the natural DNA to assure a graceful aging future." Robert Parker

"Very intense aromas of ripe dark fruit with plums and cherries, intermingled with aged meat, warm stones and sweet, dried-wood nuances. The concentrated palate has a suave and plush core with tannins building in impressive layers to hold a long, flavorful finish." James Suckling

"Rose, wild berry, camphor and a whiff of exotic spice float out of the glass along with a hint of new leather. Radiant and loaded with finesse, the taut, elegantly structured palate delivers juicy red cherry, strawberry compote, baking spice and licorice while fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity provide balance and support." (Cellar Selection) Wine Enthusiast

Man sagt, es soll hin und wieder Brunello Riserve geben, die aufgrund der längeren Fassreife austrocknend und eher fruchtlos daherkommen. Spätestens bei den Riserve von Fuligni sollte man mit diesem Vorurteil gänzlich aufräumen. Was hier in den besten Jahrgängen aus ausgesuchten Fässern des Jahrgangs kommt, ist das komplette Gegenteil. Die 2015er Riserva zeigt eine schöne tertiäre Intensität mit Waldbeeren und Pflaumen, gefolgt von Balsamkräutern, Lakritze, gegrillten Kräutern und Gewürzen. Wir sind begeistert von der schieren Üppigkeit und dem Reichtum dieses Weins, der dabei die ganze Zeit über angenehm mittelgewichtig bleibt, auf der anderen Seite jedoch viel Eleganz und ausreichende Kraft produziert. Diese Riserva fühlt sich nie zu schwer oder zu flach an, sondern sie überzeugt mit disziplinierter Energie und Vitalität. Sie steigert sich mit jedem weiteren Glas in eine passgenau abgestimmte Welt aus Moderne und Tradition, die in ihrer weingewordenen Form ihresgleichen sucht. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sattes Rubin-Granat, leicht aufhellender Rand. Kompakte Nase mit Noten nach Brombeere, dunkler Waldhimbeere und viel Gewürznelken. Am Gaumen stoffig und kompakt, präsentiert sich mit dichtmaschigem Tannin, kernig, dazwischen immer wieder feiner Schmelz, dunkle Frucht, im Finale sehr gewichtig." Falstaff

"It’s hard to put down a glass of the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva. This youthfully restrained yet remarkably pretty wine trades power for undeniable elegance and refinement. It’s dark and moody at times, bright and focused on radiant fruits at others. Layer after layer of crushed black cherry, woodland herbs, autumnal spice, mint leaf, cedar box and earth resonate in the glass. Its silky textures coat all that they touch in a mix of dark red berries and salty minerals, turning dry and structured toward the close under an air of inner florals and earth tones. It will be some time before the 2015 is ready, but I hope to be able to revisit this when it is. Tasted twice with consistent results." Vinous

"This Brunello offers dark fruit flavors of black currant, blackberry, violet and iron. A steely line of tannins adds support and the supple texture ties it all together. Classy and complex, finishes with accents of tobacco and spice." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of ripe black-skinned fruit, menthol and star anise form the nose of this full-bodied red. Combining structure and finesse, the palate delivers raspberry, licorice and vanilla before a coffee finish. A backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity keep it well balanced." Wine Enthusiast

"Fuligni’s Riserva embodies the spirit of its designation. Despite long ageing in large oak casks, it demands more time in bottle and should age gracefully for many years. It comes from the estate’s original Podere Cottimelli site in Montalcino’s northeast. Earthy chestnut and wet soil make way for hints of liquorice, lilac and allspice. Broad and expansive, it starts off with velvety tannins that build to a powdery mass, yet there's a lovely perfume that lifts the palate along with saline, stony nuances and citrussy acidity to finish." Decanter

"Fuligni gives us a truly special expression from this sunny and warm vintage. What I notice first in the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is the elegance of the aromas and those dusty, almost salty mineral notes of crushed limestone that frame the delicate fruit packed tight within. There are other distinctive aromas here, such as balsam herb, dried mint and powdered licorice root that add more layers to the bouquet. That layering continues to the palate where the wine excels on all fronts—balanced concentration, structure and freshness. This is a unique creation and a very precious wine. It is one of the stand outs of the year." Robert Parker

"A tight, linear red with plums, chocolate and walnuts and some forest-floor and porcini mushroom undertones. Complex and aromatic. Full-bodied with dense, chewy tannins that are intense and powerful. Flavorful and long. Opulent." James Suckling