Ratings
Wine Spectator 93 · James Suckling 92
Awards
Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025 - #17
Identity
| Producer | Ruffino |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense ruby red |
| Aroma | Cherry and violet notes with delicate hints of tobacco, white pepper, and a touch of flint |
| Palate | Well balanced on the palate, with velvety tannins, firm acidity, and a lingering finish of rosemary and figs |
| Finish | Lingering finish of rosemary and figs |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with prosciutto, antipasti, mushroom risotto, pasta Bolognese, chicken cacciatore, grilled meats, and roasted vegetables |
| Aging Potential | Can age for 2 to 5 years or longer |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 2.00 |
| Aging Process | Aged 24 months in oak, stainless steel and concrete vats; additional 3 months in bottle |
| Fermentation | Secondary malolactic fermentation to enhance velvety texture |
Interesting facts
| Named 'Ducale' in honor of the Duke of Aosta; Ruffino founded in 1877; first to export Chianti to the US; Riserva Ducale is a benchmark for Chianti Classico Riserva |
Logistics
| Barcode | 8001660109753 |
| Cork | Cork |