Toscana Rosatello Prima Cuvee
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Best enjoyed fresh and vibrant, typically within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release.
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Antipasti platters with cured meats and melon, grilled seafood such as shrimp or calamari, and classic Caprese salad with fresh mozzarella and basil.
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Ruffino, established in 1877 by cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino in Pontassieve, is a cornerstone of Tuscan winemaking history. In the early 1950s, Ruffino revolutionized the Italian wine scene by introducing Rosatello, one of the country's first widely celebrated rosé wines, famously packaged in a distinctive teardrop-shaped bottle. The Rosatello Prima Cuvee continues this legacy of joyful, easy-drinking elegance. Crafted primarily from Sangiovese and other traditional Tuscan red grape varieties, this rosé is produced using brief skin contact to achieve its signature delicate pink hue, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This process preserves the vibrant, fresh aromas of wild strawberries, raspberries, and white peach, backed by a crisp, refreshing acidity that captures the sunny, breezy spirit of the Tuscan hills.
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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.