2023 ROSSO DI MONTALCINO Ginestreto Fuligni, Lea & Sandeman

ROSSO DI MONTALCINO

2023 Ginestreto Fuligni

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Grapes Sangiovese Grosso
Colour Red
Origin Italy, Tuscany
Sub-district Rosso di Montalcino
ABV 14.0%

Rich cherry, plum and fragrant damson fruit, mocha and underbrush. Richly fruited cherries and damson, warmly fruited, supple, pure and mocha tinted. L&S (Apr 2025)

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Fuligni

Founded in 1923 by Giovanni Fuligni, the estate today is co-owned by Robert Guerrini Fuligni and his delightful aunt Maria Flora Fuligni. Roberto works closely with his strong team of Simone Bacconi as agronomist and Daniele Zeffirini as winemaker, with additional technical advice from Federico Ricci in the vineyards, and oenologist father and son Paolo and Jacopo Vagaggini. These are all kept under control by Daniela Perino, who runs the office and commercial side.

The estate covers 100 hectares, of which 14 are under vine, almost all planted with Sangiovese, with a small amount of Merlot for the IGT blend. Most of the land is in a strip on the eastern side of Montalcino, the classic and historical area for the production of Brunello, in localitá Cottimelli. What is important is the combined height of the vineyards (350-440m), the density of planting, age of the vines (14-40) and the 'galestro' soils on which they are planted. Fuligni's wines have reached international recognition for their purity of expression, strong backbone of acidity and polished tannins.

These are simply the finest wines of Brunello, epitomising all that is great from the region. The 'Rosso' now comes from a defined part of the vineyard, on clay and tufa rather than the marl of the Brunello. It is made from the outset as a Rosso, with different clones and the intention to make a wine which will be approachable at a much younger age.

L&S's relationship with Roberto goes back to the mid-nineties. We have always loved the wines here, which combine the concentration and elegance of the best of Brunello. They can be drunk more or less from release, and are so perfectly balanced that they age beautifully. The 'Riserva' releases, made only in the best years, can reward cellaring for decades.

Matthew Jukes Italian Mixed 12 | Offer

La Dozzina Italiana: The Matthew Jukes Highlights Collection
We are absolutely delighted to share critic Matthew Jukes glowing reviews of our Italian portfolio from his recent MoneyWeek column. As Jukes notes: The L&S team is extremely adept at sniffing out great value and authentic Italian superstars, and I heartily suggest you taste as many as you can.
While we could not squeeze his fabulous first fifteen into a single box, we have plucked out a handy dozen to make a very exciting mixed case. La Dozzina Italiana comprises a sextet of jaw-dropping beauties for the whites, completed by one electrifying Rosato and five spectacular reds. All of this is available for slightly less than our usual case price, offering a magnificent dive into the finest Italian viticulture.
The Whites:
2025 Pagliatura, Vermentino Toscana, Fattoria di Magliano: A gorgeous, effortlessly classy Vermentino with a zesty, sea-spray palate. It is the ultimate aperitif white.
2024 Friulano Visintini: A bold, juicy, white-pepper-spiked wine with more balance than is typically seen in this variety.
2024 Zuani Bianco: Kaleidoscopic, ever-changing and thrillingly balanced, tracking perfectly since the 2009 vintage.
2025 Cortese Bricco Bartolomeo La Colombera: A very clever wine that uses the Gavi grape Cortese to great effect at a magnificent price. It is one of the wisest if you like Gavi wines of the year so far.
2024 Kratos Fiano Luigi Maffini: Already a legendary wine, showcasing the stellar Fiano grapes sultry, near-tropical fruit cut with raucously dramatic volcanic minerality.
2024 Mofete Etna Bianco Palmento Costanzo: One of the most accurate and delicious Etna whites around. It offers incredible value for money compared to many Emperors new clothes Etna wines on the market.
The Rosato:
2025 Illario Rosato, Fattoria di Magliano: It has all the drama and electricity you are looking for in this spine-tinglingly refreshing style of wine.
The Reds:
2024 Valpolicella Classico, Ca La Bionda: It covers a multitude of bases when it comes to food pairing. Served cool, this wine is a spectacular weapon in your gastro-armoury.
2021 Chianti Classico, Castagnoli: This estate Chianti is a cracker, and at five years of age, it is sitting in its sweet spot of life. Plush, regal, and perfectly balanced, it is bound to shock you with the value it offers.
2021 Tassinaia, Castello del Terriccio: One of the best value Super Tuscans around. If you fancy a Merlot and Cabernet blend with lashings of Tuscan flair, this is your wine.
2022 Bolgheri Rosso, Le Macchiole: With an incredibly balanced and supple palate alongside a bargain price, this Merlot, Cabernet, and Syrah blend is a true superstar. Ignore it at your peril.
2023 Rosso di Montalcino, Ginestreto, Fuligni: Epic estates often produce Rossos that are medium-weight, drink earlier, and cost the right price. This 2023 is the finest we have ever tasted from this legendary producer. Do not miss out.

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