Acclaim

“The Fuligni 2013 Brunello di Montalcino exhibits a dark garnet color with copper-like highlights at the rim. The wine is sophisticated and austere in character, and the fruit tones are etched and firm. All of these qualities contribute to the overall sense of finesse and pedigree presented by Fuligni. Dark cherry and dried fruit segue to mineral aromas and campfire ash. The wine maintains a somewhat serious and introspective quality throughout. This Annata Brunello shows more nuance compared to the 2012 Riserva.” – Monica Larner, WIne Advocate, Feb. 28, 2018

“From the moment you put your nose into the bouquet, the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva gives off heat, ripe fruit and power. Brunello from this warm vintage tends to be bold, muscular and emphatic, and this wine definitely supports that claim. Black cherry, prune and plum at the core are surrounded by soft oak spice and cinnamon. The Fuligni winemaking team has done its best to tame the fruit (and allow for the more delicate aromas to emerge), but this wine moves toward the bigger side of the Brunello spectrum nonetheless.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Feb. 28, 2018

“A beam of pure cherry and blackberry holds court in this linear, juicy red. Balanced and focused, with a long, fruit-filled finish. Drink now through 2020. 9,000 cases made.” –BS, Wine Spectator, Feb. 28, 2018

“This mouthwatering red is bright, with violet and blackberry notes. Features lively acidity that drives the flavors to a tangy conclusion. Drink now through 2020.”  -B.S., Wine Spectator, Feb. 2018

“The 2014 Barolo Castelletto Vigna Pressenda kicks off this flight of 2014 Barolos at Conterno-Fantino. Unusually silky and gracious for a Castelletto Barolo, the Pressenda is simply gorgeous. In 2014, the more floral, perfumed side of this Monforte cru comes through. Beautifully persistent and impeccable in its balance, the 2014 Pressenda is a winner.”  -Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 2018

“The 2014 Barolo Sorì Ginestra is striking. Ample, creamy and voluptuous, it exudes class from the very first taste. Like all of these wines, the 2014 Sori has a sweetness of tannin that is impossible to miss. Lavender, blueberry jam, spice and menthol build into the sumptuous, enveloping finish. The 2014 is a real stunner. That’s all there is to it.”  -Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 2018

“The 2014 Barolo Vigna del Gris is deep, unctuous and surprisingly concentrated for this wine, which so often tends to be on the lighter side. The combination of intensely ripe fruit and sweet, ripe tannins gives the Gris its exotic, alluring personality. In 2014, the Gris shows a spiced, balsamic-infused profile that is unusual for this wine.”  -Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 2018

“The 2014 Barolo Mosconi is laced with the essence of smoke, gravel, mocha, melted road tar, plum, lavender and licorice. Ample and broad on the palate, with striking aromatic intensity, it is a wonderfully complete Barolo. Like all of the 2014s here, the Mosconi is distinguished by silky, super-polished tannins. There is much to like in this exotic, compelling Barolo from Conterno-Fantino.”  -Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb. 2018

“Expressive cherry, iron and white pepper flavors mark this fruity yet firm red. Balanced overall, and an ideal pairing with antipasti. Drink now through 2020.”  -B.S., Wine Spectator, Feb. 2018

“Bright medium-dark straw yellow. Enticing aromas of yellow apple, pear, tangerine jelly, marzipan and candied orange peel. Much bigger, richer and riper than Bucci’s 2016 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico, finishing long and suave with repeating notes of sweet almonds and tangerine. This big wine is still very much a baby and needs time to show all it can be.” -Ian D’Agata, Vinous, Feb. 2018