Vineyards
Selected vineyards from the Ruffino Estates of Gretole and Santedame, located in the heart of Castellina in Chianti.
Soil: Hilly land with impoverished soil of mixed clay and sand, abundant in stones and galestro.
Altitude: From 250 to 400 meters above sea level.
Grape Varieties
Sangiovese 83%, Merlot 12%, Colorino 5%
Vinification and Ageing
Riserva Ducale Oro is produced selecting the best grapes during the harvest. The alcoholic fermentation and maceration took place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats for 21 days. The malolactic fermentation took place in concrete vats. This wine was aged for about 36 months, including the first 12 months in concrete vats, followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak and a final 12 months of aging in barriques used for four and more years. Bottle ageing a minimum of 3 months.
Highlights
– Riserva Ducale Oro is released only in exceptional vintage years since 1947 and represents one of the best and most historical example of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG.
– Riserva Ducale Oro is capable of ageing for decades and still today vintages from the 70’s surprise the audience in vertical tastings.
– A multi-award-winning and international renowned wine, Riserva Ducale Oro is the truest expression of the Castellina subregion of Chianti Classico.
