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16½/20
Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale (Tan Label) 2008
Tuscany, ItalyThe Riserva Ducale is an 80/20 mix of sangiovese mixed with cabernet sauvignon and merlot grown at the Gretole and Santedame estate. The wine spends 20 days on skins before it is aged for two year in 40/80 hl. oak barrels, stainless-steel and concrete vats. The 08 is an excellent version with fragrant floral nose. The palate is a mix of violets, plums and stony red fruits with spice, dried herbs and tobacco. You could easily cellar this another five years or serve now with lamb dishes.Tasted: 24 February 2013Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $30.00 | 750ml | general listing |
| AB | $27.00 | 750ml | private wine stores |
| SK | $30.00 | 750ml | |
| ON | $25.00 | 750ml | |
| QC | $25.00 | 750ml | |
| NS | $35.00 | 750ml | |
| NF | $39.00 | 750ml |
Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 045195UPC: 8001660109753
