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Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico 2012 Wine Review

Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico 2012

Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico 2012

Tuscany, Italy

Community Score:86/100

Community Reviews: 5

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Price: $18.30

Drink: 2014-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Ruffino

Agent: Arterra Wines Canada Inc.

Natalie's Score: 88/100

Attractive black cherry on the nose of this vibrant, mouth-watering Italian red wine from the heart of Tuscany. Tart cherry on the palate to wake up your senses and literally whet your appetite. This wine demands food: try it with pepperoni pizza or pasta in a tangy tomato sauce.

Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine

This Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico 2012 was reviewed on August 15, 2014 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 307025
  • $21.63 
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Reviews and Ratings

Courtney Flood rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Cherry, raspberry and basil aromas. Rich cherry-berry flavor with long herbal (mint and basil) finish. Pair with a simple tomato, basil, and bocconcini salad drizzled with balmasic vinegar. Good food wine.
Craig Kuziemsky rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors with a nice herb accented finish.
Sasa rated this wine as 85/100
Eric Cohen rated this wine as 85/100 with the following review:

a bit tart
Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Fruity and harmonious, the taste reveals velvety tannins and an elegant texture. A long and persistent aftertaste with hints of plums and violet characterizes this wine.

Source: NB Liquor Stores

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