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Wine Description
The Story
The story
Chianti DOCG occupies a special place in the heart-- and history-- of Ruffino. When Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino founded the winery in 1877, the first wine they produced was a Chianti. And it was the reputation of this wine that launched Ruffino’s early success. In fact, before World War I Ruffino was the only Chianti exported from Italy to the United States, making it an ambassador to wine lovers around the world. In keeping with ...
Wine Information
GRAPE VARIETIES:
A minimum of 70% Sangiovese plus other red varietals admitted by DOCG codes of production such as Colorino and Canaiolo
VINEYARDS:
Chianti DOCG grapes are sourced from vineyards in the best-known winegrowing areas of the Chianti appellation
VINIFICATION AND AGING:
Harvest: The grapes were harvested during the last two weeks of September.
Fermentation: The alcoholic fermentation, aided by racking and punching ...
