Flavour Profile

Ruffino

Ruffino Chianti Superiore

Name: Ruffino Chianti Superiore
Brand: Ruffino
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.5

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Ruffino Chianti Superiore is a premium red wine produced by Ruffino, a renowned winery in Tuscany, Italy. This wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the Chianti appellation, which is known for its hilly terrain and ideal climate for grape cultivation. The vineyards are carefully tended to ensure the highest quality grapes are harvested. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a classic Chianti Superiore, with a ruby red color, aromas of cherries and violets, and a dry, medium-bodied palate with a balanced acidity and tannins. It is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes, making it a popular choice among wine enthusiasts.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Ruffino Chianti Superiore is an elegant Italian red wine that has aromas of tart cherry, ripe plum, and subtle vanilla.On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish of cocoa and spice. The flavor profile is well-structured and complex, with a great balance of fresh fruit and earthy tones. A classic Chianti Superiore that will pair well with a variety of Italian dishes.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Sangiovese

Blend

ORIGINS

Winery: Ruffino

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.5

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