2013 Brunello di Montalcino Cottimelli
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From magnum. Mid to deep ruby with bricky rim. Iron and wet stones and then exotic spice. Needs lots of time to unfurl, and the more exciting it becomes! Racy raspberry fruit and layers and layers of fine tannins. Fantastic balance. Real elegance and finesse. Tactile. (WS)
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Jancis Robinson MW
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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.
Concentrated mid ruby. Fresh, vigorous cherry nose and lots of concentrated cherry on the palate and fine, coating tannins. Youthful, but can already be approached. True class. (WS) (JR)