Alauda
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, when its robust tannins soften and complex tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, and spice emerge.
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Classic Florentine T-bone steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), slow-braised wild boar or rich game stews, and mature artisanal cheeses such as aged Pecorino Toscano.
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Named after the skylark ('Alauda' in Latin) that nests in the sun-drenched vineyards of Ruffino's Poggio Casciano estate near Florence, this exceptional Super Tuscan represents a harmonious dialogue between international elegance and local heritage. The blend artfully combines Cabernet Franc and Merlot with Colorino, an indigenous Tuscan grape prized for its deep color and structured character. Grown in clay-limestone soils, the grapes undergo meticulous selection before aging in French oak barriques for up to two years. The result is a deeply complex, velvety red wine that captures the spirit of modern Tuscan winemaking while remaining deeply rooted in the estate's historic terroir.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino in the historic town of Pontassieve near Florence, Ruffino is one of Tuscany's most iconic and enduring wine estates. Driven by a commitment to capturing the true essence of Italian terroir, the house gained early international acclaim, famously becoming the official supplier to the Italian royal family. Today, Ruffino is celebrated for its benchmark Chianti Classico expressions, most notably the legendary Riserva Ducale and Riserva Ducale Oro, alongside acclaimed Super Tuscans like Modus and exceptional Brunello di Montalcino from their Greppone Mazzi estate. By balancing time-honored Tuscan traditions with modern, sustainable viticulture, Ruffino continues to craft a diverse portfolio of elegant reds, crisp whites, and expressive rosés.