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Sommelier Profile

Ruffino Chianti

Chianti, Tuscany, Italy

Serving58–62°F / 14–17°C
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Bright and savory, with sour cherry, red plum, tea, dried herbs, and a light earthy finish. Medium body and lively acidity make it especially useful at the table.

Region & Terroir

Chianti, Tuscany, Italy

Chianti covers a broad Tuscan growing area of rolling hills, limestone-clay soils, olive groves, and cypress-lined slopes. Ruffino's classic bottling highlights the familiar, food-friendly side of Sangiovese.

Grape Varieties

Sangiovese-led blend

Sangiovese provides sour cherry, red plum, tea, herbs, and bright acidity. Supporting Tuscan or international varieties may soften the palate and add color or fruit weight.

Soil & Vinification

Clay-limestone soils and hillside exposures encourage savory red-fruit character and freshness. Vinification usually favors stainless steel or neutral vessels, preserving drinkability rather than heavy oak impact.

Aromatic Profile
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Sour cherry, red plum, violet, dried oregano, black tea, and earthy notes form a straightforward Tuscan profile.

Notable Details

Ruffino is one of the historic names that helped make Chianti familiar to international wine drinkers.

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