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Ruffino Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Riserva Chianti Classico 2012 Wine Review

Ruffino Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Riserva Chianti Classico 2012

Ruffino Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Riserva Chianti Classico 2012

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

Community Score:94/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $49.95

Drink: 2017-2024

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Ruffino

Agent: Arterra Wines Canada Inc.

Natalie's Score: 94/100

Chianti lovers know this wine ... very well. The 2012 vintage was a challenging one, yet the mastery of the winemaking shows in the glass of this Sangiovese-based wine. Aromas of back cherry, earth, dust and smoke. Vibrant with lively acidity and a long blackberry finish. This big Italian red wine needs serious cellar time. Decant 1-2 hours. Perfect for juicy meat dishes or homemade meatballs and pasta.

Chianti Classico food pairings: meat-sauce pasta, meat lovers' pizza, beef stew.

Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine

This Ruffino Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Riserva Chianti Classico 2012 was reviewed on May 12, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

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  • BCLDB
  • 512517
  • $37.51 
  • 236 bottles
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Ruffino Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Riserva (2012) is a full-bodied and smoky Sangiovese Chianti Classico from the Tuscany wine region. This wine is a Chianti Classico lover's favourite and is a red wine blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Lots of dark cherries, dusty herbs, earthy violets, dried roses and smoke on this vintage. Pair with a cheesy pasta and a rich and meaty tomato sauce. - Community Wine Reviews

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