Ruffino
Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Aging | After completing malolactic fermentation, it is aged for 24 months 40-80 hl. in oak barrels and part in stainless steel and cement vats. Riserva Ducale spends a further three months in the bottle. |
| Year | 2021 |
| Product name | Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 |
| Color | Intense ruby red. |
| Perfume | The bouquet is extremely elegant, characterised by fragrant fruity and floral notes. Violets, cherries, berries and plums are complemented by spicy hints of tobacco and white peppercorns. Delicate hints of roses and flint linger on the nose. |
| Taste | Intense, velvety. Sensations of fragrant fresh fruit are accompanied by sweet but firm tannins that enhance the pleasant spicy flavours. The whole sensation is enhanced by a lingering, incredibly fresh finish with a pleasant minerality and an aftertaste with intriguing notes of rosemary. |
| History | Riserva Ducale is a tribute to the Duke of Aosta, who at the end of the 19th century fell in love with the Chianti that Ruffino aged in large oak barrels, then called 'stravecchio', and in 1890 appointed Ruffino as official supplier to the royal house. It was in honour of this illustrious Ruffino wine lover that in 1927 Ruffino renamed its most important wine 'Riserva Ducale' . |
| Pairings | Riserva Ducale pairs well with great Italian classics such as pasta with meat sauce, risotto with mushrooms, cured meats and long-aged cheeses. Also perfect with the great tradition of Tuscan grilled meat. |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Country | Italy |
Description
A still red from the heart of Tuscany, Chianti Classico Riserva, produced by Ruffino. 0.75L bottle, 2021 vintage. A tribute to the Duke of Aosta, a wine that embodies the history and tradition of Ruffino, official supplier to the royal family since 1890. Riserva Ducale is a tribute to the Duke of Aosta, who in the late 19th century fell in love with the Chianti that Ruffino aged in large oak barrels. The bouquet is extremely elegant, characterized by fragrant fruity and floral notes. Violets, cherries, berries, and plums are complemented by spicy hints of tobacco and white peppercorns. Delicate notes of roses and flint linger on the nose. Intense and velvety, with sensations of fragrant fresh fruit accompanied by sweet yet consistent tannins that enhance the pleasant spicy flavors. The entire tasting sensation is enriched by a lingering finish, incredibly fresh with a pleasant minerality and an aftertaste with intriguing notes of rosemary.
Awards
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2021
92/100
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2021
93/100
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Details
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C.
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Pairings
- Start up year: 1877
- Oenologist: Gabriele Tacconi
- Bottles produced: 26.000.000
- Hectares: 600
The company produces and sells more than thirty million bottles across forty labels, most of which come from Tuscany’s historic denominations such as Chianti, Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino, in addition to the production of Prosecco and Pinot Grigio in Veneto.
Ruffino grows grapes in over 600 hectares of vineyards across eight estates: six in Tuscany – Poggio Casciano, Montemasso, Santedame, Gretole, La Solatia and Greppone Mazzi – two in Veneto: Cà del Duca and La Duchessa.
Ruffino was established in Pontassieve in 1877, near Florence. The main headquarters is still located on the same premises, which have been extended, modernized and equipped with innovative technology over the years, without ever losing sight of the company’s history and attachment to the local area.
The value produced by the Ruffino Group in 2019 exceeded 130 million euro.
The export revenue is significant: Ruffino is distributed worldwide due to a structured and well-developed commercial network.
Since 2011, the company has been part of Constellation Brands, an American market leader in the beer, wine & spirits sector. Read more
| Name | Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Ruffino |
| Story | Riserva Ducale is a tribute to the Duke of Aosta, who at the end of the 19th century fell in love with the Chianti that Ruffino aged in large oak barrels, then called 'stravecchio', and in 1890 appointed Ruffino as official supplier to the royal house. It was in honour of this illustrious Ruffino wine lover that in 1927 Ruffino renamed its most important wine 'Riserva Ducale' . |
| Origin | Pontassieve (FI) |
| Climate | Altitude: variable from 290 to 450 m. a.s.l. |
| Soil composition | The soil is typical of the Chianti Classico area, clayey with abundant presence of 'Galestro' rock. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot and spurred cordon |
| Harvest | Chianti Classico Riserva "Riserva Ducale" is made from a careful selection of the best grapes during the harvest. ing begins in September and can last until early October. |
| Wine making | Alcoholic fermentation, aided by pumping over and punching down, is carried out in thermo-controlled stainless steel tanks at an average temperature of 27 °C for about 10 days. Maceration on the skins continues for a further 10 days. |
| Aging | After completing malolactic fermentation, it is aged for 24 months 40-80 hl. in oak barrels and part in stainless steel and cement vats. Riserva Ducale spends a further three months in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |