Ruffino - Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Gold Label 2020 (375ml)
VINEYARDS Place of production: The grapes for the production of Riserva Ducale Oro come from the Ruffino estates of Gretole, Santedame, and Montemasso, located in the most prestigious production areas of Chianti Classico. Soils: Hilly land with poor soil of mixed clay and sand, generally rich in skeleton. Microclimate: Variable for the different areas, but generally characterized by hot and dry summers with high day-night temperature swings which favour an optimal maturation process of the grapes. Altitude: From 350 to 470 meters above sea level Exposition: Variable, with predominance of south, south-west, and south-east exposition. The low positioned valley areas have been excluded because they are considered to be too fertile. Growing system: Cordon trained Vine density: 3300-5000 plants/hectare Age of vineyards: Variable. Most of the vineyards have been replanted and have a modern planting system while the older vineyards date back to 1975. VINIFICATION AND AGEING Harvest: Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico is produced with grapes meticulously selected by hand during harvest. The picking started at the end of September. The vintage 2005 shows balance and elegance, with fruity and spicy notes. Yield of grapes per hectare: 6 tons. Fermentation: The alcohol fermentation, aided by racking and punching down, took place in thermo-controlled stainless-steel vats at an average temperature of 28 for 10 days, and was followed by a post-fermentative maceration on the skins for another 8 days. Ageing: After completing the malo-lactic fermentation, the wine was aged for about 36 months, first in vats for about 3 months, then in 35/75 hl. oak casks for about 24 months and, lastly - after completing before being bottled a period of about 3 months in vats - a minimum of further 6 months in the bottle. Alcohol Content: 13.5% vol. SENSORY PROPERTIES Colour: Ruby red with garnet hues Aroma: A very classic Chianti Classico bouquet with notes of violets, cherries, plums, and inviting spicy sensations. It is elegant and lush, inviting yet subtle, featuring all the distinctive characters of a great Chianti Classico. Tasting profile: Full bodied, with a generous, fruity core, where the notes of cherries and small berry fruits intertwine with sensations of Mediterranean herbs, such as rosemary and thyme, and hints of oak. The alcohol is well-integrated in the structure and the tannins are impressive, yet round and soft. The aftertaste is very long and reminiscent of violets, nutmeg, plums, and sweet tobacco.
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