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Ruffino Riserva Ducale
Sangiovese
750 ML (Standard)
Tuscany,
Italy
Pairs well with Lamb , Beef , Deer
$28.99
GRAPE VARIETIES:80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot and Cabernet SauvignonVINEYARDS:Place of production: The vineyards used for the production of Riserva Ducaleare located in the traditional Chianti Classico production region, primarilyRuffinos Santedame and Gretole estates in the Castellina subregionSoil: The soil is typical of the Chianti Classico area, clayey with an abundantpresence of Galestro rockMicroclimate: The microclimate varies from one area to another, which bestowsrichness and complexity to the wineAltitude: Variable from 9511,476 feet (290450 meters) above sea levelGrowing system: Cordon trainedVine density: 1,2142,025 vines per acre (3,0005,000 vines per hectare)VINIFICATION AND AGING:Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva began with a careful selection of thebest grapes in the traditional Chianti Classico production region during harvest,which began in September and continued through October. Fermentation,aided by racking and punching down, took place in temperature-controlledstainless steel vats for 10 days, followed by another 10 days of maceration on theskins. The wine underwent secondary malolactic fermentation to enhance itsvelvety texture, then aged for 24 months in oak, stainless steel, and concrete vats.The Riserva Ducale spent an additional three months in bottle before release.Alcohol content: 13% vol.TASTING NOTES:Color: Intense ruby redAroma: This complex wine is characterized by cherry and violet notes withdelicate hints of tobacco,white pepper, and a touch of flint.Tasting profile: Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva is well balanced on thepalate, with velvety tannins, firm acidity, and a lingering finish of rosemary. Itsstructure will allow it to age for two to five years, if not longer.FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION: 1927
SKU: 1065
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GRAPE VARIETIES:80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot and Cabernet SauvignonVINEYARDS:Place of production: The vineyards used for the production of Riserva Ducaleare located in the traditional Chianti Classico production region, primarilyRuffinos Santedame and Gretole estates in the Castellina subregionSoil: The soil is typical of the Chianti Classico area, clayey with an abundantpresence of Galestro rockMicroclimate: The microclimate varies from one area to another, which bestowsrichness and complexity to the wineAltitude: Variable from 9511,476 feet (290450 meters) above sea levelGrowing system: Cordon trainedVine density: 1,2142,025 vines per acre (3,0005,000 vines per hectare)VINIFICATION AND AGING:Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva began with a careful selection of thebest grapes in the traditional Chianti Classico production region during harvest,which began in September and continued through October. Fermentation,aided by racking and punching down, took place in temperature-controlledstainless steel vats for 10 days, followed by another 10 days of maceration on theskins. The wine underwent secondary malolactic fermentation to enhance itsvelvety texture, then aged for 24 months in oak, stainless steel, and concrete vats.The Riserva Ducale spent an additional three months in bottle before release.Alcohol content: 13% vol.TASTING NOTES:Color: Intense ruby redAroma: This complex wine is characterized by cherry and violet notes withdelicate hints of tobacco,white pepper, and a touch of flint.Tasting profile: Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva is well balanced on thepalate, with velvety tannins, firm acidity, and a lingering finish of rosemary. Itsstructure will allow it to age for two to five years, if not longer.FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION: 1927
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