Lodola Nuova
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 4 to 10 years from the vintage release, allowing the firm tannins to integrate and the complex tertiary aromas to fully unfold.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Classic Tuscan wild boar ragu served over wide pasta, grilled rosemary-infused beef ribeye, and aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Ruffino's Lodola Nuova is a distinguished expression of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a historic Tuscan appellation famously lauded by the 17th-century poet Francesco Redi as the king of all wines. The estate itself derives its poetic name from the larks, or lodole, that traditionally migrate across these scenic hillsides. Grown in the clay and sand soils of Montepulciano, this red wine is crafted primarily from Prugnolo Gentile (the local biotype of Sangiovese), which yields a deeper, more robust character than its Chianti neighbors. Aged carefully in oak casks, Lodola Nuova develops a refined structure, seamlessly weaving together vibrant dark cherry fruit, earthy undertones, and subtle hints of leather and spice that reflect the ancient winemaking heritage of the region.
🍾 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.