Italy Central Italy FuligniBrunello di Montalcino Riserva

2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva

Fuligni

94Average Score

Central Italy / Italy

Red

The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva wafts from the glass with sweet red cherries, dried flowers, licorice and tobacco. It shows lovely energy on the mid-palate to match its understated, refined personality. Silky tannins support the expressive, nuanced finish. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026 Apr 2012, www.robertparker.com

Antonio Galloni, Vinous Score: 94/100

12x75cl	-	0 Immediate \| 1 Marketplace		£1,549.00
Bts	-	0 Immediate \| 1 Marketplace		£131.00

Scores + Notes

Average Score

Antonio Galloni, VinousScore: 94/100

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Product Details

Country

Italy

Region

Central Italy

Sub-region

Tuscany

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window