Brunello di Montalcino Fuligni 2015 (1.5L)

100 Points, James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com: "The purity of fruit on the nose is perfection with cherries, crushed raspberries, mineral, pumice and citrus fruit. Dust, too. Full body. Powerful, chewy tannins. So long and muscular, yet polished and formed. Most structured Brunello I have ever had from here. A wine for decades. Try after 2022." 10/19

98 Points, Kerin O'Keefe, Wine Enthusiast: "Rose, violet, camphor, wild berry and aromatic herb aromas are front and center in this gorgeous red. It's juicy, enveloping and delicious, doling out succulent black cherry, raspberry compote, licorice and baking spice alongside velvety tannins. Thanks to the estate's vineyards north of Montalcino, it has freshness and mid-term staying power. Drink 2022–2030" 5/20

95 Points, Michaela Morris, Decanter: "The Fuligni estate is located between the town of Montalcino and Torrenieri in the northeast. Its 10ha of vineyards reach up to 450 metres on rocky marls and are mostly east facing. This rather gentle, cooler exposition worked in the wine's favour in 2015. While full-bodied, it is adeptly proportioned and even demonstrates great precision, boasting sweet, dried herbs, coriander and leather atop plush red cherries. There is a stoniness underneath, with layers of clingy tannins and a sappy, appetising finish." 2/20

99 Points, Raffaele Vecchione, International Wine Report: "The 2015 Fuligini is a sensational showing which begins with a devastating sensory richness that ranges from hints of red fruits with notes of currants, raspberries and wild strawberries that give character and authenticity to one of the Top Brunello wines in 2015. The red notes combine delicately and imperceptibly with herbaceous and citrus fruits which come together with orange peel and hints of cinnamon. Full body, silky tannins and a sweet and perfectly integrated nature: all these elements, well-combined together, make an incredible wine. The result of an extraordinary territory and great work in the vineyard. Enveloping, harmonious and with remarkable balance through the finish. Delicious to drink now, but should be even more compelling with a few more years of bottle age." 03/20