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Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016 Wine Review

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

Community Score:94/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $49.95

Drink: 2021-2028

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

Ruffino Ducale Oro Riserva 2016 Chianti Classico is a classic for anyone who loves Chianti. A juicy, medium-bodied Chianti blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Colorino only produced in the best vintages. The estate-grown grapes are harvested by hand and the wine is aged in a combination of oak, stainless steel and concrete for 36 months. Love the black cherry, dried sage, sous bois, and flinty smoky flavours on this vintage. Enjoy with grilled lamb chops.

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

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This Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016 was reviewed on October 15, 2021 by Natalie MacLean

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Ruffino Ducale Oro Riserva 2016 Chianti Classico is a medium-bodied Tuscany red blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Colorino and only produced in the best vintages. The estate-grown grapes are harvested by hand and the wine is aged in a combination of oak, stainless steel and concrete vessels for 36 months. Look for dark cherry, dried wild herbs smoky and flinty flavours on the palate. Pour with your favourite meaty lasagne dish. - Community Wine Reviews

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