Ruffino - Chianti Classico - Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione 2017

Keywords :  Elegant / Complex / Refined

The wine : Riserva Ducale Oro represents a benchmark for all Chianti. Created in 1947 to honor the Duke of Aosta, this delightful cuvée predominantly composed of the Sangiovese grape variety was aged for 36 months (partly in oak barrels and vats) and is only produced in the best vintages. This bottle reveals all its finesse through elegant notes of cherry, plum, leather, and spices (pepper, cinnamon, licorice). An iconic wine to enjoy now or to let mature in the cellar for many years.

Capacity : 75cl

Type : Red wine

Grape varieties : 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot & 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

DOCG : Chianti Classico Riserva (Italy, Tuscany)

Aging potential : Ready to drink now and can be kept until 2037

Serving temperature : 16-18°C

The estate : Ruffino is much more than just a winery, it is a true institution in the Italian wine landscape.Founded in 1877, this house is the oldest in Tuscany. With six properties scattered across the most beautiful appellations of the region (Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, etc.), Ruffino has managed to preserve and enhance the Tuscan terroir while adapting to the demands of the international market. The company has built a solid reputation thanks to a range of wines that extends from everyday pleasure products to prestigious cuvées like Ducale Oro or Modus Primo. Here, each bottle reflects ancestral expertise and a constant quest for excellence. This alchemy makes Ruffino an essential monument of Italian wine!