Chianti
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic Tuscan wild boar ragù over pappardelle, grilled T-bone steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Founded in Pontassieve in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino, the house of Ruffino is deeply woven into the tapestry of Tuscan winemaking. Ruffino became legendary when the Duke of Aosta appointed them as the official supplier to the Italian royal family in 1890, a testament to their dedication to quality. This classic Tuscan red represents the quintessential spirit of the region, typically anchored by the noble Sangiovese grape. Grown in the sun-drenched, rocky galestro soils characteristic of the Tuscan hills, the grapes undergo traditional temperature-controlled fermentation and are aged to balance vibrant red fruit character with savory complexity. The result is a wine that captures the rustic elegance of Tuscany, reflecting centuries of winemaking heritage in every glass.
🍾 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.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Sangiovese (min 80%), Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet Sauvignon