Ruffino - Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 (750ml)
Price: $42.99
| Producer | Ruffino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Sku | 58632 |
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Ruby red with garnet hues. Intense notes of cherry, plum, and violet stand out, unfurling a more complex bouquet with hints of eucalyptus, chocolate, and black pepper. A wine of impressive structure, with elegant tannins supported by nice acidity. The finish is characterized by pleasing sensations of tobacco with a persistent finish that recalls clear hints of plum and balsamic notes.
Ruffino Description
In 1927, the inaugural Riserva Ducale vintage was crafted as a homage to the wine-loving Duke of Aosta. Two decades later, in 1947, Ruffino commemorated the exceptional vintage by introducing the inaugural Riserva Ducale Oro, heralding the concept of Gran Selezione ahead of its time. Its potential for decades of aging is matched only by its historical significance.
James Suckling: 94 Points
This shows notes of dried cherries and red plums with cured meat, dried sage and tree bark undertones. Medium- to full-bodied with plenty of structure. Ripe and velvety tannins with a fluid and polished mid-palate. Flavorful and intense.
Wine Enthusiast: 92 Points
The nose starts herbaceous and fresh, with aromas of mint, fennel and salt, before tart fruit emerges with notes of black cherry and blood orange. The palate brings more cherries, but maintains an overall fresh, earthy and minty feel. Acid blazes behind dense, chewy tannins.
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