Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Oro - 2008 - Ruffino IOB
Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Oro - 2008 - Ruffino IOB
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Product Features
- Producer: Ruffino
- Region: Tuscany, Italy
- Origin: Private temperature-controlled winery
- Vintage: 2008
- Grape varieties: Sangiovese
- Size: 0.75 L
- Alcohol: 14%
- Pairings: Perfect with red meats, roasts, game, and aged cheeses.
- Awards: Score: 92 (James Suckling)
Ruffino’s Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Oro 2008 is a carefully selected red wine made primarily from Sangiovese grapes with small percentages of complementary varietals; it represents one of the most prestigious and age-worthy versions of the historic Riserva Ducale label. In the glass, it displays an intense garnet-red color with distinct orange hues, a sign of its long aging process; On the nose, it is broad and complex, with aromas of ripe cherry, black cherry, prune, sweet spices, tobacco, leather, and tertiary notes of undergrowth, wet earth, and balsamic. On the palate, it is structured and harmonious, with tannins that are now silky and well-integrated, a good freshness still present that supports the mouthfeel, and an elegant texture that combines finesse and depth. The finish is long, persistent, and multifaceted, with spicy, fruity, and slightly toasty notes. The 2008 vintage in Chianti Classico is considered very good, balanced, and conducive to the production of long-lived, well-structured wines capable of evolving elegantly over time. It is recommended to serve it at around 18 degrees with a light aeration; it pairs perfectly with traditional Tuscan dishes such as Florentine steak, roasts, braised meats, game, and aged cheeses, resulting in a complex, mature, and elegant Chianti Classico Riserva with a superb balance between structure and drinkability.
Score: 92 James Suckling
Label: Perfect
Caps: Perfect
Level: Base of the neck
Color: Perfect
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