2016 Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino 750ml

$105.99

SANGIOVESE

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    Vinous: 98 points

    “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.” – Eric Guido

    Review date: November 2020

    JamesSuckling.com: 97 points

    “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. Try after 2022, but this has a long life ahead.” – James Suckling

    Review date: November 2020

    Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 95 points

    “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.” – Monica Larner

    Review date: November 2020

    Luca Gardini: 100 points

    From a brand of excellent tradition, a wonderful label that is both spicy and balsamic. On the nose, aromas of alcohol-infused cherries enhanced by hints of fresh thyme, a closing of pepper leaf. Taut and crunchy mouth. Balsamic and officinal taste returning on the finish.

    Review date: October 2020