Riserva Ducale Oro
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Typically reaches its peak complexity between 8 to 20 years from the vintage year, though exceptional vintages can cellar even longer.
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Classic Florentine steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), slow-braised wild boar ragù with pappardelle, and aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
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First crafted in 1947 to honor exceptional vintages, Ruffino's Riserva Ducale Oro is a legendary expression of Chianti Classico, now carrying the prestigious Gran Selezione designation. The wine's name pays homage to the Duke of Aosta, who in 1890 appointed Ruffino as the official supplier to the Italian royal court after being captivated by their wines. Sourced from the finest estate vineyards in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, this wine is predominantly Sangiovese, complemented by small portions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It is aged traditionally in a combination of large Slavonian oak casks, barriques, and concrete vats. The terroir of clay-limestone soils, particularly galestro, imparts a signature mineral elegance, vibrant acidity, and structured tannins, yielding notes of dark cherry, plum, tobacco, and leather.
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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.