About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The fruit comes from highly regarded vineyard areas across the Chianti appellation. The vineyards stand at 200–350 m, and their soils are marked by galestro.
Grapes
The blend is 70% Sangiovese; the remaining 30% comprises Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other complementary varieties.
Ageing
Maturation takes place in stainless-steel and concrete tanks.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 16–18 °C.
Label / history
The inaugural vintage dates to 1877, the year Ruffino was founded. The wine was conceived within founders Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino’s pursuit of an “ideal wine” and remains closely associated with the origins of the house.
