Greppone Mazzi
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 8 to 20 years from the vintage, allowing the robust tannins to soften and the complex tertiary aromas to fully develop.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-cooked wild boar ragu, grilled Bistecca alla Fiorentina, and aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the rugged, sun-drenched hills of Montalcino in southern Tuscany, Ruffino's Greppone Mazzi is a classic expression of Brunello di Montalcino. The estate takes its name from 'greppo', a local Tuscan term denoting the steep, rocky slopes that define this dramatic vineyard landscape. Crafted exclusively from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, this wine benefits from high-altitude vineyards and stony soils that force the vines to dig deep for nutrients, yielding intense, concentrated fruit. Steeped in history, the Greppone Mazzi estate features an ancient villa surrounded by olive groves and historic vineyards. Following traditional Montalcino winemaking practices, the wine undergoes extended aging in large Slavonian oak casks for around three years, followed by further refinement in the bottle. This patient process coaxes out complex aromas of dark cherry, leather, tobacco, and earthy underbrush, framed by firm, elegant tannins and a vibrant, food-friendly acidity.
🍾 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.