Fuligni
Brunello di Montalcino 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged in 20-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months. |
- Name and vintage: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Fuligni 2020
- Grapes and style: 100% Sangiovese, still red Tuscan wine
- Ageing: 36 months in 20 hl Slavonian oak barrels
- Aromatic profile: peony, blueberry, Mediterranean scrub, liquorice, juniper
- Serving and pairings: 18-20 °C, decant for 1 hour; meats, game, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant still red wine that authentically expresses the Sangiovese grape. In the glass, it displays a bright ruby red colour, revealing defined aromas of peony, blueberry, Mediterranean scrub, liquorice and juniper berries. On the palate, it offers a warm and balanced sip, thanks to a lively and integrated tannin that makes the drinking experience velvety. The medium-long finish, enriched by fruity returns and notes of cinchona, is ideal for accompanying Tuscan cuisine, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Brunello di Montalcino originates in Tuscany, within the historic Fuligni estate. The vineyards stretch across the eastern slope of the hill, an area historically suited to viticulture in this region. The vines cover around ten hectares, set in a landscape characterised by various exposures. The winery is based in Cottimelli, in an eighteenth-century residence located a short distance from the village of Montalcino. The unique features of the soil favour the development of grapes essential for defining the aromatic profile and the structured character that distinguish the company's production.
How it is produced
The vinification process begins with fermentation in stainless steel, a fundamental choice to preserve aromatic freshness and ensure temperature control. Subsequently, the wine rests for thirty-six months in Slavonian oak barrels. This lengthy ageing process stabilises the structure and softens the tannic component, respecting the natural evolution of the grape variety. To fully appreciate its organoleptic complexity, it is recommended to decant for one hour before serving, at a temperature between eighteen and twenty degrees.
History and Curiosities
Since 1923, the Fuligni family has been producing an excellent Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. The historic winery is based in Cottimelli, in an enchanting eighteenth-century residence surrounded by the prized vineyards of the eastern slope. Crafted by oenologist Paolo Vagaggini and produced only in the best vintages, the 2020 vintage expresses all the elegance of the Tuscan winemaking tradition. The excellence of this red is celebrated by international critics, boasting 95 points from Decanter and the coveted Bibenda Five Clusters.
Awards
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2020
95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2020
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
94/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2020
93/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1923
- Oenologist: Paolo Vagaggini
- Bottles produced: 44.000
- Hectares: 13
Giovanni Maria Fuligni settled in Montalcino at the beginning of 1900 and started to produce wine just as his family had previously done predominantly in the area around Scansano in the Maremma.
The Fuligni Estate in Montalcino, directed by Maria Flora Fuligni consists of approximately 100 hectares of land at varying exposures to the sun. The vines, which extend over about ten hectares, are situated on the eastern part of the hill, a traditional area for Brunello.
The cellars are located at Cottimelli (about three kilometers from Montalcino in the direction of Siena) in an original 18th century residence once the home of Medicean Grand Dukes. Wine tastings are also held on the premises in recently restored rooms which used to accommodate a small monastery of monks in the 16th century. Read more
| Name | Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fuligni |
| Story | History and Curiosities Since 1923, the Fuligni family has been producing an excellent Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. The historic winery is based in Cottimelli, in an enchanting eighteenth-century residence surrounded by the prized vineyards of the eastern slope. Crafted by oenologist Paolo Vagaggini and produced only in the best vintages, the 2020 vintage expresses all the elegance of the Tuscan winemaking tradition. The excellence of this red is celebrated by international critics, boasting 95 points from Decanter and the coveted Bibenda Five Clusters. |
| Origin | Montalcino (SI) |
| Production technique | Stainless steel fermentation; ageing for 36 months in 20-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel; ageing for 36 months in 20-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
| Aging | Aged in 20-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |