RISERVA DUCALE ORO

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
DOCG - 2018 1.5lt - in wooden box

The prince of Chianti Classico

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.

77.00 €

incl. VAT

Color

Garnet with brick red highlights.

Aroma

Incense overtones lead to pencil, wood and graphite as well as cherries macerated in alcohol well integrated with fruity, green and plant nuances, followed by an inky finish.

Tasting profile

Precise flavors balanced with smooth yet impactful tannins, fruit macerated in alcohol and light spices resulting in intense and soft sensations. The structure and acidity provide an enduring finish.

Full tasting notes

Tuscany at its most traditional, generous and elegant at one with rewarding roundedness.

Food pairings

Traditional Italian meat dishes.

Winemaking notes

The grapes are vinified separately, parcel by parcel. This is how Ruffino respects the territorial typicalities and variations in soil and climate. The fermentation takes place in temperature controlled steel tanks at 27° with constant punching down for about 10 days, followed by skin maceration for another 10 days. The malolactic fermentation occurs in concrete tanks.

The story

The first vintage of Riserva Ducale was made in 1927 to pay tribute to the Duke of Aosta who loved this wine. Twenty years later, Ruffino celebrated the extraordinary 1947 vintage by making the first Riserva Ducale Oro. 

Production area

Tuscany.

GRAPE VARIETIES

80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other complementary grapes

VINEYARD

Select vineyards from Gretole and Santedame, nestled in the heart of Castellina in Chianti.

AGING

12 months in concrete, 12 months in second-use barriques, 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels.

SERVING TEMPERATURE

18°

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