Ruffino
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva Ducale Oro 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Colorino |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months: 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks for Sangiovese and in barriques and tonneaux for Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon; then rested in concrete and for at least 3 months in bottle. |
- Origin: Grapes sourced from Gretole and Santedame, in the Castellina in Chianti area
- Blend: 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Colorino
- Ageing: 30-36 months in oak, barrique, concrete and 3 months in bottle
- Aromatic notes: cherry, plum, violet, eucalyptus, coffee and black pepper
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 18-20°C, ideal with roasts and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva Ducale Oro by Ruffino is a Tuscan red wine with a full and structured profile. Made from a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Colorino, it displays a ruby colour enriched with elegant garnet highlights. The bouquet weaves together hints of cherry and violet with notes of coffee and black pepper. On the palate, it reveals velvety tannins and a well-integrated fresh acidity. The long, savoury finish, with pleasant spicy undertones, pairs perfectly with mature cheeses and dishes from authentic Tuscan cuisine.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown on the estates of Gretole and Santedame, in the heart of Castellina in Chianti. The vineyards, situated between 300 and 450 metres above sea level, take root in deep soils characterised by excellent drainage. The richness of galestro and limestone imparts a strong territorial identity to the wine, promoting aromatic balance and allowing the vines to elegantly express their natural tannic precision.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with fermentation and maceration in steel vats at controlled temperature for about twenty days. Maturation follows distinct paths: the Sangiovese rests in Slavonian oak barrels, while the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon mature in barriques and tonneaux. Afterwards, the blend rests in cement tanks before completing the process with at least three months of bottle ageing, a crucial step to stabilise the sensory profile and ensure the wine's longevity.
History and Curiosities
Created in 1947 as the highest expression of Ruffino, Riserva Ducale Oro is the illustrious forerunner of the Gran Selezione category. Produced exclusively in the best vintages, this prestigious label originates from the historic Gretole and Santedame vineyards, in the heart of Castellina in Chianti. Combining a centuries-old heritage that began in 1877 with global prestige, it represents a true icon of Tuscan winemaking: one in four bottles of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione opened worldwide bears its unmistakable signature.
Awards
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2021
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2021
90/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1877
- Oenologist: Gabriele Tacconi
- Bottles produced: 26.000.000
- Hectares: 600
The company produces and sells more than thirty million bottles across forty labels, most of which come from Tuscany’s historic denominations such as Chianti, Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino, in addition to the production of Prosecco and Pinot Grigio in Veneto.
Ruffino grows grapes in over 600 hectares of vineyards across eight estates: six in Tuscany – Poggio Casciano, Montemasso, Santedame, Gretole, La Solatia and Greppone Mazzi – two in Veneto: Cà del Duca and La Duchessa.
Ruffino was established in Pontassieve in 1877, near Florence. The main headquarters is still located on the same premises, which have been extended, modernized and equipped with innovative technology over the years, without ever losing sight of the company’s history and attachment to the local area.
The value produced by the Ruffino Group in 2019 exceeded 130 million euro.
The export revenue is significant: Ruffino is distributed worldwide due to a structured and well-developed commercial network.
Since 2011, the company has been part of Constellation Brands, an American market leader in the beer, wine & spirits sector. Read more
| Name | Ruffino Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva Ducale Oro 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Colorino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Ruffino |
| Story | History and Curiosities Created in 1947 as the highest expression of Ruffino, Riserva Ducale Oro is the illustrious forerunner of the Gran Selezione category. Produced exclusively in the best vintages, this prestigious label originates from the historic Gretole and Santedame vineyards, in the heart of Castellina in Chianti. Combining a centuries-old heritage that began in 1877 with global prestige, it represents a true icon of Tuscan winemaking: one in four bottles of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione opened worldwide bears its unmistakable signature. |
| Origin | Tenute di Gretole e Santedame, in the heart of Castellina in Chianti |
| Climate | A good vintage with well-distributed rainfall during spring and an optimal climate during the harvest. |
| Soil composition | Soils rich in galestro and limestone, deep and with good drainage |
| Fermentation | Approximately 20 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation and maceration in temperature-controlled steel vats; ageing in large Slavonian oak casks, barriques and tonneaux; resting in concrete and in bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation and maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for about 20 days; ageing for 30 months (12 months in large Slavonian oak casks for Sangiovese and in barriques and tonneaux for Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon), then resting in concrete and at least 3 months in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months: 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks for Sangiovese and in barriques and tonneaux for Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon; then rested in concrete and for at least 3 months in bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |