Acclaim

“Costanti’s 2012 Rosso di Montalcino is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Sweet red berries, flowers, spices and new leather jump from the glass in a fleshy, vibrant Rosso endowed with tons of class and energy. There is so much to like here, from the wine’s expressive aromatics to the ripe fruit to the veins of supporting acidity. What a beautiful wine this is. I tasted the 2012 Rosso just before its imminent bottling. Andrea Costanti nailed both of this year’s current vintages with a compelling 2012 Rosso and super-expressive 2009 Brunello. These handmade, artisan wines remain some of the most individualistic, terroir-driven wines in Montalcino. I can’t recommend them highly enough. Andrea Costanti is at the top of his game, it’s as simple as that.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2014

“An open, resonant wine, the 2009 Brunello di Montalcino impresses for its supple personality and gorgeous overall balance. Sweet tobacco, dried flowers, red cherries and menthol wrap around the palate in a deep, fleshy wine loaded with character. Readers will find plenty of near and medium term appeal here. The 2009 finishes with striking aromatics, sweet red fruit and gorgeous, subtle herbal overtones. Proprietor Roberto Guerrini has done an excellent job with these new releases, showing once again why Fuligni remains among the top estates in Montalcino. Guerrini continues to move towards larger casks for his top wines, a choice that is giving the wines a level of transparency and translucency they have always had previously.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2014

“Fuligni’s 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is simply stunning. Still deeply-colored, the 2007 continues to grow with time in bottle. Rose petals, sweet tobacco, mint, juicy cherries and pomegranate abound in a dark, voluptuous wine endowed with tons of depth and pure richness. This is a fabulous showing. Fuligni’s 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is simply stunning. Still deeply-colored, the 2007 continues to grow with time in bottle. Rose petals, sweet tobacco, mint, juicy cherries and pomegranate abound in a dark, voluptuous wine endowed with tons of depth and pure richness. This is a fabulous showing.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2014

“The 2012 Rosso di Montalcino Ginestreto wraps around the palate with serious depth and power. New leather, anise, spices and dried red cherries flesh out in a powerful, dense Rosso loaded with class and pedigree. Readers who want to get a sense of the quality of the 2012 vintage should make sure to taste the Ginestreto. The 2012 was done in equal parts tonneau and steel. Proprietor Roberto Guerrini has done an excellent job with these new releases, showing once again why Fuligni remains among the top estates in Montalcino. Guerrini continues to move towards larger casks for his top wines, a choice that is giving the wines a level of transparency and translucency they have always had previously.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2014

“Red fruit flavors coast through this wine’s rustic, iron bound tannins, feeling substantial, meaty and clean. The tannins will meld into the charry grizzles of a steak.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, May 2014

“This young Barolo shows a fabulous center core of dried strawberries and lemons. Full body with chewy tannins and a tangy finish. A strong, persistent red. Better after 2016.” -James Suckling April 14, 2014

“Aromas of blackberry, mushroom and cherry. Full body with tannins that are chewy but polished and well-crafted. A balanced red. Better in 2017.” -James Suckling, Apr. 2014

“A wine with blueberry and spice character, plus hints of flowers. Medium to full body with firm tannins and a fresh finish. Better in 2017.” -James Suckling, Apr. 2014

“This is a wine with blueberry and light vanilla character, plus hints of flowers. Full body with chewy, polished tannins and a clean, precise finish. Better in 2016.” -James Suckling, Apr. 2014

“Incredibly floral with rose petal and lilac aromas, and hints of dried fruits. Full body with firm tannins and a citrus, berry and mineral character. Balanced and structured. Better in 2017.” -James Suckling, Apr. 2014