Modus
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed 5 to 12 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar beautifully for up to 15 years.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-braised beef short ribs, wild boar ragu with pappardelle pasta, and aged Pecorino cheese.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Ruffino Modus, first released in 1997, is a premier Super Tuscan blend that represents a harmonious 'method' (the Latin meaning of 'modus') of combining native and international grape varieties. Crafted from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot grown on the rocky, clay-rich soils of the Poggio Casciano estate near Florence, this wine showcases the modern renaissance of Tuscan winemaking. Each grape variety is harvested and vinified individually, then aged for approximately 12 months in French and American oak barrels before the final artful blend is created. The result is a rich, full-bodied red that honors Ruffino's legacy—founded in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino—while embracing a contemporary, globally acclaimed style.
🍾 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.