Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, 2010, 75cL Red WineBy Winebuyers

Fuligni was founded by Giovanni Fuligni, who bought a farm in the classic Montalcino zone (east of the town) in 1923. In 1971, Maria Flora Fuligni took over the family's property, after her father passed away, and became the first woman in Montalcino to run a wine estate. Today the Fuligni farm has 100 hectares of land, of which 14 are planted with vines. The wines, which lean towards the more traditional style with ageing mainly in large Slavonian casks, are famous for their fruit purity, velvety tannins and firm lifted freshness. When the quality of the fruit is not up to the estate's high standard, the full production is declassified to Rosso di Montalcino (this happened for example in 2002). Fuligni's Brunello is derived from around 14 hectares of 15 to 20-year-old vineyards, mostly located on the north-eastern slope of Montalcino. Each vineyard parcel is vinified separately, according to terroir and exposure, and varies with the specific Brunello being made. The wine is available in a 75cl size, making it suitable for both men and women to enjoy.