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Lavender, eucalyptus, dark spice, new leather and juniper berry aromas shape the beautiful nose on the 2021 Fuligni Brunello. All about class and finesse, the palate boasts great intensity, delivering ripe Marasca cherry, blood orange, star anise and rosemary alongside vibrant acidity. Taut, refined tannins lend support. While incredibly tempting, this is still young so give it time to reach its full potential. Drink 2031–2041. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe November 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Lavender, sea breeze and blueberry aromas form the nose on this impressive blend of 85% Carignano and 15% Syrah. Opulent and delicious, the concentrated, full-bodied palate doles out blackberry, raspberry jam, licorice and olive brine alongside velvety tannins. Drink through 2032. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe February 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

“Richly aromatic, offering cherry pie, plums, red licorice, hibiscus and cocoa on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, broad yet harmonious, with a velvety texture, a juicy flow and a lingering finish. Sustainable. Drink or hold.” -James Suckling

Etna Rosso doesn’t any classier or better than those being made Pietradolce and the estate’s fabulous 2021 Etna Rosso Rampante is no exception. Made with 80-90-year-old Nerello Mascalese vines situated 850m above sea level, it first entices you with aromas of lavender, Mediterranean scrub, eucalyptus and wild red berry. Loaded with finesse and energy, the silky smooth palate delivers wild raspberry, red cherry, blood orange and star anise that dance across the palate before closing on salty mineral notes. Bright acidity lends tension and balance while lithe tannins provide seamless support. What a beauty. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe January 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

The Fuligni 2021 Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant expression with layers of dark fruit and blackcurrant that give way to pressed rose, grilled herb and petrichor, recalling rocks bathed in hot sunlight. The wine is chiseled and refined, owing to the classic nature of the vintage and the restrained, non-extractive house style that distinguishes Fuligni, a historic estate based just outside the village of Montalcino on higher-elevation sites. The wine shows precision with fine tannic tension and a linear, poised finish, making it an ideal match for traditional Tuscan dishes such as pappardelle al cinghiale or grilled lamb with rosemary. The wine ages for three years in Slavonian oak casks and tonneaux, resulting in a production of 30,000 bottles.

Fuligni is one of Montalcino’s benchmark estates, known for producing Brunello of clarity, restraint and age-worthy balance. The family’s vineyards are located on the northeastern side of the appellation, where cooler galestro-rich soils and predominantly eastern exposures lend freshness and fine tannic structure. In keeping with this traditional yet forward-looking philosophy, the estate is in the process of enlarging the winery to include a new fermentation cellar, a long-planned improvement that is expected, fingers crossed, to be ready in time for the 2026 vintage. Fuligni is celebrating 100 years of winemaking with its special 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Jan. 2026

“The Conti Costanti 2021 Brunello di Montalcino shows fine complexity, opening with dark fruit, blue flower and an attractive note of sweet mint. Chalky tannins are well integrated and work in tandem with tangy acidity to give the wine energy and poise. The palate is streamlined and silky, favoring balance over excess weight. The wine matures for 12 months in medium-toast Allier tonneaux, followed by 24 months in Slavonian oak cask. The warm, luminous conditions of the 2021 vintage are expressed here with clarity and restraint, emphasizing aromatic precision and freshness. Nice job. Production totals approximately 30,000 bottles, plus larger formats.

Conti Costanti is one of the historic estates of Montalcino, with documented viticultural roots dating back to the 16th century. The family has long been recognized for a classical approach to Brunello, emphasizing structure, balance and elegance. Farming is organic but not certified.” -Moncia Larner, Wine Advocate, Jan. 2026

“This wine bears a special banner on the front label to celebrate the estate’s centenarian anniversary from 1920 to 2020, marking a milestone for one of Montalcino’s longstanding winemaking families. The Fuligni 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva shows sweet fruit, soft tannins and medium- to full-bodied structure, with a profile that is more open and approachable than usual for the category. While it is already generous and giving, the wine should still reward further cellar aging thanks to its balance and underlying structure, a hallmark of Fuligni’s traditionally styled Riservas. The wine sees four years of aging in large Slavonian oak casks and is released in a limited production of 6,000 bottles.

Fuligni is one of Montalcino’s benchmark estates, known for producing Brunello of clarity, restraint and age-worthy balance. The family’s vineyards are located on the northeastern side of the appellation, where cooler galestro-rich soils and predominantly eastern exposures lend freshness and fine tannic structure. In keeping with this traditional yet forward-looking philosophy, the estate is in the process of enlarging the winery to include a new fermentation cellar, a long-planned improvement that is expected, fingers crossed, to be ready in time for the 2026 vintage. Fuligni is celebrating 100 years of winemaking with its special 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Jan. 2026

Aromas of lavender, sea breeze, Mediterranean scrub and ripe dark-skinned berry waft out of the lovely 2022 Noras. Enveloping and savory, the elegantly structured palate features layers of wild cherry, crushed raspberry, baking spice, blood orange and espresso before closing on a saline note. Fine-grained tannins and tangy acidity offer seamless support. Drink through 2030. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe January 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

Loaded with personality and polish, the Santadi Grotta Rossa entices with heady aromas of lavender, eucalyptus, juniper and dark spice. Smooth and savory, the palate delights with succulent wild raspberry, spiced blueberry, cinnamon and star anise before closing on a saline note. Lithe tannins provide easygoing support. There’s not a lot of complexity but who cares – it’s utterly delicious. Drink through 2028. Abv: 13.5% Kerin O’Keefe January 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

“The nose presents aromas of bing cherries, strawberries, wild fennel and wild mint above a foundation of damp earth. Raspberries join more cherries and strawberries on a juicy, warm palate, but chalky, chewy tannins accentuate the damp earth element, which lingers as an undertone.” — Danielle Callegari