BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO
2012 Riserva Fuligni
| Grapes | Sangiovese Grosso |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | Italy, Tuscany |
| District | Montalcino |
| Sub-district | Brunello di Montalcino |
| Classification | Riserva |
| ABV | 14.5% |
Smoky, balsamic, liquorice, spice and coffee, perfumed and profound. Richly textured, sleek and layered with rich fine tannic depth. Smoky, cherry and plum fruit, liquorice, leather and balsamic once more, with great acid lift on the long finish. Drinking range: 2018 - 2038 L&S (Oct 2018)
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The captivating 2012 Fuligni Brunello Riserva has alluring aromas of forest floor, pressed violet, prune, baking spice and balsamic notes of camphor. On the taut, full-bodied palate, still fresh acidity and tightly knit, fine-grained tannins support dried cherry, licorice and nutmeg before closing on a note recalling almond liqueur. Drink through 2032. Abv: 14.5% Drinking range: 2024 - 2032 Rating: 96 Kerin O'Keefe, kerinokeefe.com (Aug 2023)
The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is finessed in the glass, perfumed with nuances of violet and rose, as hints of fresh plum and dried sage evolve over time. This floods the palate with textures like pure silk, washing masses of savory red berries and spices across a balanced core of saline-tinged acidity. A tart twang of sour cherry and hints of citrus electrify the finale, as smooth tannins add a gentle grip, and hints of licorice slowly taper off. The 2012 is a gentle giant with the balance to mature beautifully for years to come; but that said, there’s no shame in checking in on it now; just make sure to let it breathe to unlock its charming bouquet. Drinking range: 2022 - 2032 Rating: 97 Eric Guido, www.vinous.com (Jan 2023)
Ripe, savory and richly flavorful with plenty of sun-dried tomatoes, tapenade, ripe cherries and walnuts. Full-bodied with round, ripe tannins. Salty freshness at the end. Long and delicious. Excellent energy for the vintage. Drink or hold. Drinking range: 2022 - Rating: 98 James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com (Mar 2022)
Fuligni
Founded in 1923 by Giovanni Fuligni, the estate today is co-owned by Robert Guerrini Fuligni and his delightful aunt Maria Flora Fuligni. Roberto works closely with his strong team of Simone Bacconi as agronomist and Daniele Zeffirini as winemaker, with additional technical advice from Federico Ricci in the vineyards, and oenologist father and son Paolo and Jacopo Vagaggini. These are all kept under control by Daniela Perino, who runs the office and commercial side.
The estate covers 100 hectares, of which 14 are under vine, almost all planted with Sangiovese, with a small amount of Merlot for the IGT blend. Most of the land is in a strip on the eastern side of Montalcino, the classic and historical area for the production of Brunello, in localitá Cottimelli. What is important is the combined height of the vineyards (350-440m), the density of planting, age of the vines (14-40) and the 'galestro' soils on which they are planted. Fuligni's wines have reached international recognition for their purity of expression, strong backbone of acidity and polished tannins.
These are simply the finest wines of Brunello, epitomising all that is great from the region. The 'Rosso' now comes from a defined part of the vineyard, on clay and tufa rather than the marl of the Brunello. It is made from the outset as a Rosso, with different clones and the intention to make a wine which will be approachable at a much younger age.
L&S's relationship with Roberto goes back to the mid-nineties. We have always loved the wines here, which combine the concentration and elegance of the best of Brunello. They can be drunk more or less from release, and are so perfectly balanced that they age beautifully. The 'Riserva' releases, made only in the best years, can reward cellaring for decades.
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