1877

Chianti DOCG

The venerable essence of Ruffino, this wine's inaugural vintage dates back to 1877. It stood as a trailblazer in the perpetual pursuit of the "ideal wine," a mantra embraced by the founding Ruffino cousins.

Full tasting notes
Grape varieties

70% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and other complementary grape varieties.

Vineyard features

The grapes used for this wine originate from the most prestigious vineyard regions within the Chianti appellation, standing at elevations between 200-350 meters. The soil is characterized by the presence of galestro.

Aging

Stainless steel and concrete tanks

Serving Temperature

16°-18° C / 60°-64° F

Riserva Ducale Oro: The Gold Fever

A collectionable limited edition, produced exclusively in 1877 magnum bottles, dedicated to The Gold Fever, a unique artwork from the Oro by Ruffino collection by Officine Saffi Lab.

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THE SOMMELIER’S TOUCH

Taste

Taste

Elegant floral nuances of violet, complemented by subtle red fruit undertones and a gentle hint of spice. On the palate, it showcases a well-structured and persistent character with a fresh, pleasant, and approachable nature.

Pair

Pair

Steak tartare, cured meats from Tuscany, and roast chicken

Discover

Discover

When Chianti became a DOCG wine in 1984, it was indeed a bottle of Chianti Ruffino that bore the very first DOCG seal, numbered AAA00000001.

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