Ruffino Wines
In 1877 when cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino embraced their passion for winemaking by establishing a small winery in the town of Pontassieve near Florence, the region already had a centuries-old tradition of growing exceptional wine grapes.
Even so, the two Tuscan natives felt certain that much of the area's greatness had yet to be revealed. Tuscany had been heaped with good fortune--mineral-laden soils, the cooling influence of the Mediterranean Sea, the dry summers that wine grapes favor. And all those luscious, sun-drenched hills.
As word grew about the quality of Ruffino's wines, the winery flourished. The cousins honed their expertise, and soon Ruffino became known for clean, balanced wines, adopting the motto "here we make ideal wine."
Ruffino's status was firmly established both nationally and internationally when its Chianti won a Gold Medal at the 1881 Milan Wine Exhibition, a prize at the 1884 Nice Exhibition, and another Gold Medal at the 1885 Antwerp Exhibition.
Intrigued by the winery's reputation, in 1890, the Duke of Aosta braved a long journey to taste the Ruffino wines he had heard so much about. He was so impressed by the wines that he appointed Ruffino as the official supplier to the Italian royal family. In 1927, Ruffino returned some of the honor bestowed upon its wines by releasing its first vintage of Riserva Ducale--named after the Duke of Aosta as an acknowledgement of his esteemed patronage.
The reputation of Ruffino wines continued to spread, and Ruffino soon began to export its wines to the United States and other countries. In fact, the first Chianti imported to the U.S. was Ruffino.
After the Second World War, Ruffino purchased the first of its Tuscan estates, the Villa di Montemasso in the Chianti Classico region.. Ruffino continued to invest in new vineyards and became one of the first major wineries with vineyard estates in Italy's three most renowned wine-producing regions – Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Ruffino has established itself as a leader in Chianti, renowned for consistency and quality, and Ruffino Chianti has become a global ambassador of Tuscan wines around the world. Not surprisingly, when Chianti first became recognized as a DOCG wine in 1984, Ruffino Chianti DOCG was awarded the first warranty strip #AAA00000001.
Today, more than 135 years after its founding and over 85 years after the release of Riserva Ducale, Ruffino continues to express the history and heritage of Italy with every bottle of wine released.
Ruffino Riserva Ducale 'Tan' Chianti Classico 2016
$17.95 $23.47
16c
Italy » Chianti Classico
This complex wine is characterized by cherry and violet notes with delicate hints of tobacco, white pepper, and a touch of flint. Riserva Ducale Chianti
Ruffino Modus 2016
$19.95 $31.19
16bItaly » Toscana IGT
Wine Advocate 92 "This is a well-priced blend of 39% Sangiovese, 35% Merlot and 26% Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2016 Modus opens to a darkly enriched and
Ruffino Prosecco NV
$11.95 $14.93
"Crisp, clean and delicate with fine bubble caressing the palate. Intense sensations of apples and peaches drive a pleasant aftertaste, that is reminiscent of fruity
Ruffino Riserva Ducale 'Gold' Chianti Classico Reserva 2014
$28.95 $39.47
16cItaly » Chianti Classico
Wine Spectator 91 This is bright, featuring iron, loamy earth and sweet spice notes flanking the core of berry fruit. Shows tension and fine length, with
Ruffino Orvieto Classico 1.5L
$11.99 $14.40
"50 Grechetto, 30 Procanico, 10 Verdello, 10 Canaiolo Bianc "Straw yellow in color, Ruffino Orvieto Classico Abboccato is fresh and fragrant, with delicate flowery notes of
Ruffino Orvieto Classico 2018
$8.95 $10.13
17aItaly » Orvieto Classico
“This wine's smooth, refreshing flavors balance beautifully with its structure and acidity. Orvieto also offers a unique mineral character that comes from the chalky limestone
Ruffino Prosecco 375ml
$6.95 $8.53
87cItaly » Prosecco di Conegliano
"Crisp, clean and delicate with fine bubble caressing the palate. Intense sensations of apples and peaches drive a pleasant aftertaste, that is reminiscent of fruity
Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 1.5L
$11.99 $13.33
100eItaly
"Straw yellow in color with copper overtones. On the nose this wine exhibits intense floral notes followed by aromas of pears and green apples. Refined
Ruffino Sparkling Rose 187ml
$3.69 $4.80
“Ruffino sparkling rose is fresh and fragrant with notes of strawberry and slight hints of rose petals. On the palate this wine has elegant bubbles
Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 2018
$8.95 $10.67
62bItaly
"Straw yellow color. Notes of meadow flowers, pears, and golden apple. The bouquet is fresh and complex, showing refined notes of sage andmint accompanied by
Ruffino Chianti 1.5L
$10.99 $13.33
"Pale ruby red in color. Ruffino Chianti expresses a delicious bouquet, with floral and fruity notes leading to lightly spicy scents of white pepper and
Ruffino Riserva Ducale 'Gold' Chianti Classico Reserva 2015
$28.95 $39.47
Intense aromas of violet, blackberry, cherry, and ripe plum with intriguing notes of cinnamon and clove. Classic elegance and structure in which the fruit, tannins,
Ruffino 'Il Ducale' Toscana 2017
$12.95 $17.07
16bItaly » Toscana IGT
"Il Ducale shows notes of cassis, cherries, plums, and chocolate, which then fade into aromas of vanilla, tobacco, vanilla, eucalyptus, and spice. The wine opens
Ruffino 'Aziano' Chianti Classico 2016
$11.95 $16.00
16cItaly » Chianti Classico
“Fruity and harmonious, this wine reveals velvety tannins and an elegant texture. A long finish with hints of plums and violet characterizes this wine.”~winery notes
Ruffino 'Superiore' Chianti Superiore 2017
$9.95 $11.73
"Chianti Superiore is a well-structured, medium-bodied wine with elegant tannins and a lingering finish. It has rich flavors of plums, cherries and blueberries as well
Ruffino Moscato D'Asti
$11.95 $14.93
70aItaly » Moscato d'Asti
" The bouquet is very fragrant and displays aromas characteristic of the Moscato varietal. Hints of sage and citrus fruit give way to distinct notes
Ruffino Chianti 375ml
$5.45 $6.93
"Pale ruby red in color. Ruffino Chianti expresses a delicious bouquet, with floral and fruity notes leading to lightly spicy scents of white pepper and
Ruffino Prosecco 187ml
$3.75 $4.80
Italy » Prosecco di Conegliano
"Crisp, clean and delicate with fine bubble caressing the palate. Intense sensations of apples and peaches drive a pleasant aftertaste, that is reminiscent of fruity
Ruffino Sparkling Rose
$16.95
“Ruffino sparkling rose is fresh and fragrant with notes of strawberry and slight hints of rose petals. On the palate this wine has elegant bubbles
Ruffino 'Greppone Mazzi' Brunello Di Montalcino 2013
$54.95 $71.47
47bItaly » Montalcino
Wine Enthusiast 95 “Aromas of underbrush, tilled soil, iris, new leather and red-skinned berry take shape in the glass. It's full in body yet shows a
Ruffino 'Il Ducale' Pinot Grigio 2018
$12.95 $17.07
62cItaly » Friuli-Venezia Giulia
"Fresh and fragrant with bright notes of pineapple, white peach, and tropical fruits accompanied by delicate scents of white flowers and sage. The acidity is
Ruffino 'Il Ducale' Pinot Grigio 2017
"Fresh and fragrant with bright notes of pineapple, white peach, and tropical fruits accompanied by delicate scents of white flowers and sage. The acidity is
Ruffino 'Il Ducale' Toscana 2016
"Il Ducale shows notes of cassis, cherries, plums, and chocolate, which then fade into aromas of vanilla, tobacco, vanilla, eucalyptus, and spice. The wine opens
Ruffino 'Il Ducale' Pinot Grigio 2016
James Suckling 89 “Plenty of dried apple, peach and mango character. Medium body, dense and easy.” "Fresh and fragrant with bright notes of pineapple, white peach, and
Ruffino 'Superiore' Chianti Superiore 2016
"Chianti Superiore is a well-structured, medium-bodied wine with elegant tannins and a lingering finish. It has rich flavors of plums, cherries and blueberries as well