Superiore
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2030
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic Italian pasta dishes with meat-based ragu, grilled red meats such as pork chops or beef skewers, and medium-aged cheeses like Pecorino Toscano.
✨ Technical Specifications
Founded in Pontassieve in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino, the house of Ruffino quickly established itself as a benchmark of Tuscan winemaking, famously becoming the official supplier to the Italian Royal Family in 1890. Ruffino's Chianti Superiore represents a historic dedication to elevating the everyday Tuscan red. Sourced from selected vineyards across the Chianti region, this wine is crafted primarily from Sangiovese, complemented by traditional local blending partners. The 'Superiore' designation mandates stricter production standards than standard Chianti, including lower vineyard yields and longer aging. Fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel and concrete to preserve its bright, fruit-forward character, the wine showcases the classic clay and limestone terroir of Tuscany, delivering vibrant notes of red cherry, violet, and a touch of earthiness.
🍾 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.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Sangiovese (min 80%), Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet Sauvignon