Modus
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-braised beef short ribs, wild boar ragu with pappardelle pasta, and aged Pecorino cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
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.
🍾 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.