Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro 2020 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione (DOCG), $33.99-$44.99, 93 points, poured a light pomegranate red with a very broad clear meniscus and fat stained-legs.
The nose began with a hint of funk which vanished and was replaced by lovely red fruit, perfumed rose pedal, and hints of black tea and loam notes.
Unusually full-bodied for a Chianti (mouthfeel was upfront smooth), but more typically acidic, tannic with fine grainy tannins, and delivering great flavors of spiced strawberry, black tea, cayenne pepper, and a hint of eucalyptus.
Finished very long, tart, spicy, and with a big 14.5% alcohol.
Paired perfectly with my Margherita pizza.
Of the four vintages of this Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro I've had, this was among the best, and at under $35, a good Gran Selezione (Selection) to try.
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