San Filippo

Leuchtendes Rot mit hellem Rand. Opulentes Bouquet nach Kräutern, kleinen roten Beeren und Rosenblättern. Präzise und gut strukturiert am Gaumen, fleischiger Körper mit einem Potpourri von Gewürz-, Tabak- und Kirschnoten. Die Tannine harmonieren ideal mit der Frucht, mit zunehmender Belüftung zeigt er sein muskulöses Rückgrat und seine Persönlichkeit bis in ein langes Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fruity and elegant, with cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral notes plying the lacy texture. Shows terrific balance and complexity. There is no shortage of structure and the finish blazes a path to glory. Best from 2022 through 2042." Wine Spectator

"The transparency of fruit to this wine is so pretty with sliced black cherries and orange peel. Fresh and aromatic. Full body. Tight and polished with ultra-fine tannins and an intense and focused finish. A beauty." James Suckling

Ausdrucksstark und tief präsentiert sich die 2016er Ausgabe von San Filippos Brunello di Montalcino. Dies ist ein wunderschöner, expressiver Wein, der eindeutig einen besonderen Platz auf der opulenten Seite des Brunello-Spektrums einnimmt. Natürlich hat die erstaunliche Qualität der Früchte in 2016 den Winzern eine grandiose Vorlage gegeben, mit der sie hervorragend spielen konnten, doch das Ergebnis ist viel mehr als die Summe seiner Einzelteile: Eine geradezu undurchdringliche Erscheinung im Glas, im Bouquet dann getrocknete Früchte, Nelken, Muskatnuss und geröstete Mandeln, fein abgerundet durch getrocknete Rosenblüten. Das Mundgefühl ist süß und mürbe, vielschichtig und finessenreich - ein spektakulärer Gesamteindruck. Mit jedem Schluck werden seine Kraft und die Muskeln erlebbar, doch nie wird er dabei eindimentsional umd plump - ganz im Gegenteil: Er rauscht selbstbewusst und mit Sturm und Drang in ein furioses Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"The San Filippo 2016 Brunello di Montalcino offers a slightly exotic personality with smoked cedar, mahogany or teak followed by dark fruit, pressed blackberry and plum. The wine ages in large oak cask for two years. This is a robustly textured and muscular Brunello with full-bodied intensity that transcends both the bouquet and the mouthfeel. There's a lot going on, especially in terms of the wine's smokiness and spiciness, and there is good acidity and tannic structure to frame it all." Robert Parker

"A serene and intensely structured Brunello with cherry, cedar, walnut and dry-earth aromas with some burnt-lemon undertones. Full-bodied, yet with very fine tannins that are extremely polished and beautiful. Goes on for minutes. A gorgeous young wine." James Suckling

"Plenty of balsamic aromas preview this red, settling into a core of macerated cherry and plum fruit, framed by juniper, thyme, Scotch broom, tar and iodine. Racy and harmonious, with a solid layer of tannins underneath." Wine Spectator

Dunkles Rubin mit granatfarbenen Einschlüssen. Schöne dunkle Frucht, dazu Pflaume, Gewürz und Tabak. Le Lucere besitzt eine subtile Eichenwürze und die Kraft und Ausdauer der Sangiovese-Traube. Er präsentiert sich bereits in jungen Jahren als würdiger Vertreter seiner Appellation und wird mit den Jahren noch an Eleganz gewinnen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromen von roten Waldfrüchten, Gewürznelken und Leder; klare Textur, die Gerbstoffe geschliffen, in Balance mit der Säure, anhaltend-fruchtig im Abgang, kombiniert Eleganz mit Charakter." Vinum

"A dense, backward red, with plenty of cherry, plum, spice and eucalyptus flavors. A broad swath of tannins and juicy acidity carry the long finish, but patience is required for all the facets to emerge. Shows excellent potential." Wine Spectator

"Wow. This is really fantastic with outstanding depth of fruit and ripe and silky tannins. So much blueberry and cedar character with hints of flowers. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh and clean finish. Lovely balance to this wine." James Suckling

"This is a terrific wine from San Filippo. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino le Lucére is plush and rich in all the right places. It opens to a generous bouquet with tones of dark fruit and spice that contrast each other nicely. The wine straddles a position between primary aromas (directly from the fruit) and secondary aromas (derived from oak aging). The effect is well balanced and the intensity of the wine feels brighter and more harmonious as a result. The mouthfeel is compact and firm. It wine shows good persistence in terms of finish." Robert Parker

Dunkles Rubin mit granatfarbenen Einschlüssen. Schöne dunkle Frucht, dazu Pflaume, Gewürz und Tabak. Le Lucere besitzt eine subtile Eichenwürze und die Kraft und Ausdauer der Sangiovese-Traube. Er präsentiert sich bereits in jungen Jahren als würdiger Vertreter seiner Appellation und wird mit den Jahren noch an Eleganz gewinnen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Subtle and complete aromas of cherry, flowers, and orange peel. Full body, round and velvety tannins. So pretty and refined. Polished. A gorgeous wine." James Suckling

"As much savory as fruity, this offers a fine balance between cherry, leather, spice and carob aromas and flavors. Rich yet lively, leaving a mouthwatering impression on the long, saline aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"Bright red. Perfumed aromas and flavors of pink flowers, sour red cherry and strawberry. Fresh and juicy but also dense and deep, this boasts captivating sugar-acid-tannin balance. Finishes long and perfumed; despite its sneaky concentration and size, it also has a light-on-its-feet quality that is very typical of this wine." Ian d’Agata (vinous.com)

Tiefdunkles Rubin mit leuchtenden Granatreflexen. Beeindruckendes, tiefes Bouquet nach Trockenfrüchten, Nelken, Muskatnuss und gerösteten Mandeln bis hin zu Cola, Lakritze und gepressten Rosenblättern. Im Trunk entfaltet er seine spektakuläre Vielfalt und Opulenz gepaart mit einer feinen Fruchtsüße. Le Lucere 2016 besitzt eine außergewöhnliche Rasse und Persönlichkeit und hat sich mit diesem Ausnahme-Jahrgang vollends in die Spitzengruppe der Appellation katapultiert. SUPERIORE.DE

"Surrounded by forest, Le Lucére is an east-facing amphitheatre on predominantly silty soil. While it shares some of the woodland character of the estate Brunello, there's a distinct floral personality to this: rose and violet are accentuated by a touch of volatile acidity. Ample, concentrated and rich, red cherry flavours are laced with smoky toasted oak, shored up by lots of grainy tannins." Decanter

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucere takes things to a darker and more earthy place. Flowery undergrowth, wet stone and tobacco lift from the glass, taking on fresher notes of raspberry and sage over time. There’s a gorgeous interplay of velvety textures, salty minerals and lifting acidity in the mouth, as well as fine tannins which blend to create a classically balanced impression. Red fruits linger along with hints of licorice and minty herbs, while the structure of the 2016 Le Lucere takes a back seat through the finale. This is a very well constructed effort that should excel over the medium term." Vinous

"This special selection of fruit from San Filippo is characterized by more intensity and concentration compared to the estate's classic Brunello. In this vintage, I also discovered a greater level of Sangiovese purity and direction, thanks to tight berry tones, dusty mineral, spice and balsam herb. To the palate, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino le Lucére delivers succulent fruit and even a touch of sweetness, all powered by tannins, clearly driven by both the oak and the fruit itself." Robert Parker

"This is rich and very linear at the same time, with cherry, tile, walnut and light chocolate aromas. Some mahogany. Very complex. Full-bodied, yet tight and reserved with a very, very long finish. Really gorgeous." James Suckling

"This red is laden with balsamic aromas and flavors of juniper, rosemary and rose, plus black currant and raspberry fruit. There's an underlying mineral element, along with firm, mature tannins that enhance the overall elegance and finesse." Wine Spectator

Grandioser Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Le Lucere mit unzähligen, fein geschichteten Aromen wie Rosenblätter, rote Kirschen, Blumen, Kräuter und Gewürze. Es besteht ein schöner Spannungsbogen zwischen primären Aromen der Frucht und sekundären Aromen der Reifung im großen Eichenholz. Elegant, vollmundig und muskulös am Gaumen, beeindruckende Tiefe und seidige Tannine, lang und intensiv. Begeistert heute und mit einer viel versprechenden Zukunft. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wow. This is really fantastic with outstanding depth of fruit and ripe and silky tannins. So much blueberry and cedar character with hints of flowers. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh and clean finish. Lovely balance to this wine. Better after 2022 but already exciting to taste." James Suckling

"A broad, mouthfilling style, boasting black cherry, plum, leather, chocolate and spice aromas and flavors. A riper style, yet not soft, with more support from dense tannins than acidity. Finishes with a dusty aftertaste of tobacco and graphite." Wine Spectator

"This wine pours from the bottle with deep, dark intensity. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva le Lucére shows thick extraction and deep concentration of dark fruit, cherry marmalade and blackberry preserves. Black prune and dried fig also play supporting roles, with a strong showing by exotic spice and savory tobacco. This is a Big Brunello with two capital Bs. It ages in small oak barrel for 14 months and then does another 16 months of aging in botte grande. It shows thick textural richness in the mouth." Robert Parker

Fein geschichtetes Aroma von Rosenblättern, roten Kirschen, Blumen, Kräuter und Gewürze. Wunderbarer Spannungsbogen zwischen primären Aromen der Frucht und sekundären Aromen der Reifung im großen Eichenholz. Elegant, vollmundig und muskulös am Gaumen, beeindruckende Tiefe und seidige Tannine, lang und intensiv. Begeistert schon heute und mit einer viel versprechenden Zukunft. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucere Riserva blends dusty ripe cherries and earth tones, with notes of sage and exotic spice to form a slightly extroverted yet gorgeous display. It boasts creamy textures cast across a medium-bodied frame, yet it’s wonderfully balanced by zesty, mouthwatering acidity. Cherries, blackberries and currants can all be found here, along with salty minerals adding a tactile feel under an air of violet florals. This is tamed by fine tannins through the finish, ending with a youthfully restrained yet fresh display. The 2015 Riserva is packed full of character and fruit-forward, it’s sure to have a lot of fans." Vinous

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva le Lucére reveals rich and well-concentrated fruit with blackberry, prune and plum. The bouquet also has a moment of scorched earth or toasted oak that is quite developed and, to my palate, subtracts from the purity of the fruit. It is only made in the best years, and this edition saw 4,000 bottles produced. There are soft cherry notes on the finish." Robert Parker

"Floral, black cherry, black currant, spice, earth and mineral flavors abound in this appealing red. Smooth and lively, offers excellent balance and a lingering aftertaste, with a complex finish that is resonant and promising." Wine Spectator

"The opulence and decadence is really something here with dried fruit, figs, meat and black truffles on the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied, layered and creamy with intense, round tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Best after 2022, but already a joy to taste." James Suckling

Dunkles Rubin mit granatfarbenen Einschlüssen. Schöne dunkle Frucht, dazu Pflaume, Gewürz und Tabak. Le Lucere besitzt eine subtile Eichenwürze und die Kraft und Ausdauer der Sangiovese-Traube. Er präsentiert sich bereits in jungen Jahren als würdiger Vertreter seiner Appellation und wird mit den Jahren noch an Eleganz gewinnen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromen von roten Waldfrüchten, Gewürznelken und Leder; klare Textur, die Gerbstoffe geschliffen, in Balance mit der Säure, anhaltend-fruchtig im Abgang, kombiniert Eleganz mit Charakter." Vinum

"A dense, backward red, with plenty of cherry, plum, spice and eucalyptus flavors. A broad swath of tannins and juicy acidity carry the long finish, but patience is required for all the facets to emerge. Shows excellent potential." Wine Spectator

"Wow. This is really fantastic with outstanding depth of fruit and ripe and silky tannins. So much blueberry and cedar character with hints of flowers. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh and clean finish. Lovely balance to this wine." James Suckling

"This is a terrific wine from San Filippo. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino le Lucére is plush and rich in all the right places. It opens to a generous bouquet with tones of dark fruit and spice that contrast each other nicely. The wine straddles a position between primary aromas (directly from the fruit) and secondary aromas (derived from oak aging). The effect is well balanced and the intensity of the wine feels brighter and more harmonious as a result. The mouthfeel is compact and firm. It wine shows good persistence in terms of finish." Robert Parker

Tiefdunkles Rubin mit leuchtenden Granatreflexen. Beeindruckendes, tiefes Bouquet nach Trockenfrüchten, Nelken, Muskatnuss und gerösteten Mandeln bis hin zu Cola, Lakritze und gepressten Rosenblättern. Im Trunk entfaltet er seine spektakuläre Vielfalt und Opulenz gepaart mit einer feinen Fruchtsüße. Le Lucere 2016 besitzt eine außergewöhnliche Rasse und Persönlichkeit und hat sich mit diesem Ausnahme-Jahrgang vollends in die Spitzengruppe der Appellation katapultiert. SUPERIORE.DE

"Surrounded by forest, Le Lucére is an east-facing amphitheatre on predominantly silty soil. While it shares some of the woodland character of the estate Brunello, there's a distinct floral personality to this: rose and violet are accentuated by a touch of volatile acidity. Ample, concentrated and rich, red cherry flavours are laced with smoky toasted oak, shored up by lots of grainy tannins." Decanter

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucere takes things to a darker and more earthy place. Flowery undergrowth, wet stone and tobacco lift from the glass, taking on fresher notes of raspberry and sage over time. There’s a gorgeous interplay of velvety textures, salty minerals and lifting acidity in the mouth, as well as fine tannins which blend to create a classically balanced impression. Red fruits linger along with hints of licorice and minty herbs, while the structure of the 2016 Le Lucere takes a back seat through the finale. This is a very well constructed effort that should excel over the medium term." Vinous

"This special selection of fruit from San Filippo is characterized by more intensity and concentration compared to the estate's classic Brunello. In this vintage, I also discovered a greater level of Sangiovese purity and direction, thanks to tight berry tones, dusty mineral, spice and balsam herb. To the palate, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino le Lucére delivers succulent fruit and even a touch of sweetness, all powered by tannins, clearly driven by both the oak and the fruit itself." Robert Parker

"This is rich and very linear at the same time, with cherry, tile, walnut and light chocolate aromas. Some mahogany. Very complex. Full-bodied, yet tight and reserved with a very, very long finish. Really gorgeous." James Suckling

"This red is laden with balsamic aromas and flavors of juniper, rosemary and rose, plus black currant and raspberry fruit. There's an underlying mineral element, along with firm, mature tannins that enhance the overall elegance and finesse." Wine Spectator

Grandioser Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Le Lucere mit unzähligen, fein geschichteten Aromen wie Rosenblätter, rote Kirschen, Blumen, Kräuter und Gewürze. Es besteht ein schöner Spannungsbogen zwischen primären Aromen der Frucht und sekundären Aromen der Reifung im großen Eichenholz. Elegant, vollmundig und muskulös am Gaumen, beeindruckende Tiefe und seidige Tannine, lang und intensiv. Begeistert heute und mit einer viel versprechenden Zukunft. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wow. This is really fantastic with outstanding depth of fruit and ripe and silky tannins. So much blueberry and cedar character with hints of flowers. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh and clean finish. Lovely balance to this wine. Better after 2022 but already exciting to taste." James Suckling

"A broad, mouthfilling style, boasting black cherry, plum, leather, chocolate and spice aromas and flavors. A riper style, yet not soft, with more support from dense tannins than acidity. Finishes with a dusty aftertaste of tobacco and graphite." Wine Spectator

"This wine pours from the bottle with deep, dark intensity. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva le Lucére shows thick extraction and deep concentration of dark fruit, cherry marmalade and blackberry preserves. Black prune and dried fig also play supporting roles, with a strong showing by exotic spice and savory tobacco. This is a Big Brunello with two capital Bs. It ages in small oak barrel for 14 months and then does another 16 months of aging in botte grande. It shows thick textural richness in the mouth." Robert Parker

Dunkles Rubin mit granatfarbenen Einschlüssen. Schöne dunkle Frucht, dazu Pflaume, Gewürz und Tabak. Le Lucere besitzt eine subtile Eichenwürze und die Kraft und Ausdauer der Sangiovese-Traube. Er präsentiert sich bereits in jungen Jahren als würdiger Vertreter seiner Appellation und wird mit den Jahren noch an Eleganz gewinnen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Subtle and complete aromas of cherry, flowers, and orange peel. Full body, round and velvety tannins. So pretty and refined. Polished. A gorgeous wine." James Suckling

"As much savory as fruity, this offers a fine balance between cherry, leather, spice and carob aromas and flavors. Rich yet lively, leaving a mouthwatering impression on the long, saline aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"Bright red. Perfumed aromas and flavors of pink flowers, sour red cherry and strawberry. Fresh and juicy but also dense and deep, this boasts captivating sugar-acid-tannin balance. Finishes long and perfumed; despite its sneaky concentration and size, it also has a light-on-its-feet quality that is very typical of this wine." Ian d’Agata (vinous.com)

Fein geschichtetes Aroma von Rosenblättern, roten Kirschen, Blumen, Kräuter und Gewürze. Wunderbarer Spannungsbogen zwischen primären Aromen der Frucht und sekundären Aromen der Reifung im großen Eichenholz. Elegant, vollmundig und muskulös am Gaumen, beeindruckende Tiefe und seidige Tannine, lang und intensiv. Begeistert schon heute und mit einer viel versprechenden Zukunft. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucere Riserva blends dusty ripe cherries and earth tones, with notes of sage and exotic spice to form a slightly extroverted yet gorgeous display. It boasts creamy textures cast across a medium-bodied frame, yet it’s wonderfully balanced by zesty, mouthwatering acidity. Cherries, blackberries and currants can all be found here, along with salty minerals adding a tactile feel under an air of violet florals. This is tamed by fine tannins through the finish, ending with a youthfully restrained yet fresh display. The 2015 Riserva is packed full of character and fruit-forward, it’s sure to have a lot of fans." Vinous

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva le Lucére reveals rich and well-concentrated fruit with blackberry, prune and plum. The bouquet also has a moment of scorched earth or toasted oak that is quite developed and, to my palate, subtracts from the purity of the fruit. It is only made in the best years, and this edition saw 4,000 bottles produced. There are soft cherry notes on the finish." Robert Parker

"Floral, black cherry, black currant, spice, earth and mineral flavors abound in this appealing red. Smooth and lively, offers excellent balance and a lingering aftertaste, with a complex finish that is resonant and promising." Wine Spectator

"The opulence and decadence is really something here with dried fruit, figs, meat and black truffles on the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied, layered and creamy with intense, round tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Best after 2022, but already a joy to taste." James Suckling