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“The 2015 Barbaresco Maria di Brun, the estate’s flagship, is also the most powerful Barbaresco in the range. The 2015 is going to need a few years to shed some of its formidable tannin, but it is likely to always remain dense and a bit monolithic. A rush of red cherry, pomegranate, raspberry jam, rose petal and spice build as this unctuous, full-bodied Barbaresco shows off its personality. This dense, tannic Barbaresco holds a good bit of promise.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 15, 2018

“The 2015 Barbaresco Rio Sordo is creamy and expansive, not to mention quite expressive. Attractive spiced and balsamic notes wrap around a core of dark stone fruit. Pliant, silky and beautifully resonant, with compelling balance and tons of allure, the Rio Sordo is another gorgeous wine in this range from Ca’ Rome’.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 15, 2018

“The 2015 Barolo Cerretta has a bit more tannic backbone and bite than the Rapèt, but it, too, is fairly open. Leather, smoke, black cherry, menthol, macerated cherry and licorice add to a feeling of gravitas and power. The tannins could use a year or two to soften, but here, too, I get a sense the wine will develop on a relatively fast track.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 15, 2018

“The 2015 Barolo Rapèt is soft, plush and inviting, with a striking core of sweet red cherry and pomegranate fruit. Already quite open, the 2015 gives the impression it will drink well with minimal cellaring. This is an especially supple style. Sweet tobacco, spice, dried rose petal and leather notes add nuance, but the Rapèt is essentially a forward, juicy Barolo to enjoy young.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 15, 2018

Smart Buy “Bright and juicy, displaying pure cherry, blackberry and floral aromas and flavors. The vintage’s dense tannins are present but well-integrated. Fine length. Drink now through 2024.” —B.S., Wine Spectator, Feb. 1, 2019

“The Fuligni 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautiful wine. To my mind, it represents one of the best interpretations you will find from this difficult vintage that caused so much unease. The Fuligni family shows a deft hand, resulting in a wine that offers more balance, intensity and depth than a good majority of its peers. It opens to a compact and streamlined style, but it follows through with an articulate set of aromas including cassis, red rose, camphor ash and aniseed. The mouthfeel is thin in texture but lengthy in flavor and freshness. This is a very traditional expression of Sangiovese in heart and soul.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Jun. 31, 2019

“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. Some 12,000 bottles were made.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Jun. 31, 2019

“Aromas of tar, licorice and dark fruit follow through to a full body, super tight and chewy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Very persistent. Try in 2024.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

“This has a very impressive nose with ripe red cherries and plums, as well as abundant notes of sweet spice. The palate delivers a very assertive, plush and fleshy impression with a core of incredibly vibrant fruit that holds super fresh. The tannins are vibrant and the length is very impressive. Try from 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

“Impressive aromas of ripe and rich red cherries, red plums and darker berries that are swathed in fresh and spicy oak to good effect. Orange zest, too. The palate has a soaring build of sturdy tannins that carry abundant sweet and ripe cherry flavors long and unwavering into the fresh finish. This is impressive. Try from 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019