Cabreo Borgo
⏳ Drinking Window
2020 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted rosemary lamb, grilled Florentine steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), and aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Conceived in 1982 as one of the pioneering 'Super Tuscans,' Cabreo Il Borgo (often referred to simply as Cabreo Borgo) represents a bold departure from traditional Chianti regulations. Produced by the historic house of Ruffino at their Tenute del Cabreo estate in the rolling hills of Greve in Chianti, this wine is named after the 'cabrei'—the historic, hand-painted land registry maps used by Tuscan aristocratic estates to detail their properties. The wine is a masterful blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, marrying the bright cherry acidity and rustic charm of Tuscany's signature grape with the structured, black-currant depth of the French variety. Grown in stony, clay-limestone soils at elevations up to 300 meters, the grapes are harvested by hand, fermented in temperature-controlled tanks, and aged for roughly 16 to 18 months in French oak barriques, followed by extensive bottle refinement. This process yields a wine of profound elegance, complexity, and velvety texture, reflecting both Tuscan heritage and modern innovation.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino in Pontassieve near Florence, Ruffino has grown to become one of the most iconic ambassadors of Tuscan winemaking. The estate gained early prestige as an official supplier to the Italian royal court, immortalized in its flagship Riserva Ducale, first crafted in 1927 in honor of the Duke of Aosta. Today, Ruffino manages prime estate vineyards across Tuscany's premier denominations, including Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Bolgheri, blending classic regional traditions with forward-thinking viticultural techniques. Renowned for its masterfully structured Sangiovese-driven red wines, vibrant Super Tuscans like Modus, and an array of expressive whites and sparkling wines, the house remains dedicated to expressing the timeless character and elegance of Italian terroir.