RuffinoChianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva Ducale Oro 2017

Product code: 17038
£36.75 inc VAT
Italy
Red Wine from
Tuscany, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Ruffino
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, Colorino
Grape: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Other Chianti varieties
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Ruffino
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, Colorino
Grape: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Other Chianti varieties

Product Notes

Ruffino Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva Ducale Oro is enchanting, offering an excellent Italian wine experience. This Tuscan treasure, Tuscany's gem, embodies a compelling blend of sangiovese and colourino grapes. Its charming ruby red hue hints at an engaging palate of ripe cherry, plum, hinting at sweet spice. The palate is splendidly balanced; a medium body, tasteful acidity and structured tannins engage the senses. With time, it unveils marvelous notes of chocolate and tobacco. Aged to perfection for 36 months in oak barrels, this wine showcases an exquisite, long-lasting finish. Suave and sophisticated, this wine is a brilliant companion to savory dishes.

Tasting Notes

COLOUR - Garnet with brick red highlights. AROMA - Incense overtones lead to pencil, wood and graphite as well as cherries macerated in alcohol well integrated with fruity, green and plant nuances, followed by an inky finish. TASTING PROFILE - Precise flavours balanced with smooth yet impactful tannins, fruit macerated in alcohol and light spices resulting in intense and soft sensations. The structure and acidity provide an enduring finish. FULL TASTING NOTES - Tuscany at its most traditional, generous and elegant at one with rewarding roundedness.

About the Winery

Emerging from the heart of the Tuscan countryside is the internationally renowned Ruffino Winery. First established in 1877 by two dedicated cousins, Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino, the winery has, over the years, etched its name deeply into the lineage of Italy's premier wine producers.

Ruffino's creation story is one steeped in passion and unabated ambition. The cousins were driven by a shared love of their local grape varieties, which they believed could produce exquisite wines capable of elevating Italy's winemaking reputation worldwide. Since its establishment, the winery has consistently been dedicated to finessing the art of creating world-class wines.

Their journey as vintners started with a modest 40-hectare vineyard in the Chianti region. Their commitment to enhancing the qualities of the Sangiovese grape varietal played a pivotal role in elevating both the stature of Chianti wines and the reputation of Italian wines in general. Today, with over 1400 hectares of vineyards, Ruffino stands as a luminary within the Italian wine scene.

Ruffino prides itself on maintaining the virtues of Italian tradition whilst embracing modern technological advances. Through a combination of time-honoured winemaking techniques and cutting-edge technology, Ruffino carefully curates a range of iconic wines that hold true to their established legacy.

Moreover, it's worth noting the winery's exceptional dedication to sustainability and reverence to its land. Ruffino actively preserves the biodiversity of its vineyards, contributing significantly to its authentic terroir expression.

Indeed, if you are passionate about wines which tells a story, offers a sense of place and cherishes the land from which it sprouts; Ruffino Winery provides an unmatched vinous experience. The ethos that integrity, respect for the land and dedication to quality imbues every drop of their outstanding wines is a testament to Ruffino's enduring legacy and the passion that continues forgoing its impressive future.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a casual wine lover, indulging in a bottle from Ruffino Winery promises a taste of the Italian landscape, captured in the essence of their vibrant and elegant wines. And as the Italians say, "Saluti!"

https://www.ruffino.it

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