Acclaim

“Vivid dark red. Ripe aromas of red cherry, blood orange and stone fruit. Smooth, dense and juicy, with flavors similar to the aromas but complicated by notes of fresh herbs, sweet spices and hints of flint. Long and suave, with noble but youthfully chewy tannins providing support. Knockout classic Brunello, in fact, one of the year’s best.” -Ian D’Agata Mar. 2017

“Aromatic, displaying rose, strawberry, cherry and currant flavors, accented by leather, tobacco, iron and tea notes. Firm tannins lay a base of support. Best from 2022 through 2040.” -B.S. Wine Spectator Mar. 2017

“A whiff of hay gives way to cherry, strawberry, rose and tobacco aromas and flavors. This is elegant and steely, with dense tannins on the mouthwatering finish. Best from 2022 through 2036.” -B.S. Wine Spectator Mar. 2017

“Interesting aromas of fresh rose petals and cherries. Full-bodied, round and flavorful. Bright finish. Succulent. Drink now or hold.” -James Suckling Feb. 2017

“Bright aromas of sliced strawberries and orange peel follow through to a full body, round and silky tannins and a fresh finish. Just some light austerity makes it nice. Drink or hold.” — James Suckling Feb. 2017

“Blackberry and floral aromas with hints of spices. Wet earth, too. Medium body and fine and silky tannins that are very polished. Drink or hold.” — James Suckling Feb. 2017

“The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a dark and savory wine with a generous bouquet of meaty aromas that peel back in thick layers. At its core is a healthy dose of black fruit, but background aromas of cured meat, grilled spice and smoked bacon give the wine a unique personality. This wine shows enthusiastic readiness were it to be paired with a succulent, fire-roasted steak. The mouthfeel revealed by this Brunello from Fuligni is surprisingly dense, thick and velvety. The wine shows attractive richness on both the nose and the palate. It is ready to drink in the near or medium-term.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Feb. 2017

“The Conti Costanti 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a sure bet even if you are a Sangiovese novice. This is a richly extracted and beautifully layered red wine that imparts generous fruit tones supported by ample spice and tobacco. The effect is supple and round, especially with regards to the bouquet. I am perhaps a little more hesitant when it comes to the mouthfeel. I tend to notice the overripe fruit here and there is a sour cherry flavor that reinforces this impression. The wine is soft and supple in texture, so basically it offers a mixed bag of mostly positive vinous sensations that make it attractive for near-term consumption.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Feb. 2017

“Aromas of plums and dried berries in addition to spices and cedar. Medium-bodied, firm and silky with a beautiful finish. Just a hint of new wood. Drink now or hold. Better in 2019. Great vineyard.” – James Suckling Feb. 2017

“Aromas of cherries and ripe strawberries with lots of dried flowers. Full body and firm and chewy tannins that remain polished and very pretty. Tight and structured. Drink in 2021.” -James Suckling Feb. 2017