Plush, generous, modern.
Made from Sangiovese, with 20% each, Merlot and Syrah, this plush red conveys aromas of licorice and strawberries, blueberries and mocha, baking spices and chocolate. It is spicy and earthy on the palate, has attractive lifted acidity and generous nature. A nice juxtaposition of modern and rustic.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - December 6th, 2017

A pristine Pinot Grigio with aromas of lemons and oyster shell, Asian pear and yellow apples, which lead to a bouncy palate with mineral and citrus and loads of expressive peachy flavours with a hint of green almond for pleasing bitterness. Good balance, a mouthwatering finish and great value!
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Wine Scores Reviewed - November 28th, 2019

Generous, fleshy, modern.
Modus means method, it is Ruffino's expression of a modern wine -- a Super Tuscan first made in 1997. It has a core of Sangiovese and is rounded out with Merlot and given structure with Cabernet Sauvignon.
It is rich and chocolaty and laden with layers of cherries, vanilla, baking spices, pipe tobacco, botanicals, coffee liqueur and hazelnuts. It has impressive potency juxtaposed with vibrant acidity – it is both juicy and structured with powdery tannins. Primary flavours of red fruit, mocha, tobacco, spice and leather complete the picture. A generous style, the Modus offers leather, cherry, strawberry, espresso and iodine notes, which mingle with tealeaf, iodine and dried roses. It is supple with oodles of fruit and good overall freshness.
Pairs great with Gone Crackers Parmesan & Rosemary
 
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Wine Scores Reviewed - December 8th, 2016

Engaging, chocolaty, fresh.
This widely recognized ochre labeled Chianti Classico offers evolving and engaging aromatics of dried rose petals, star anise, strawberries and chocolate, sweet spices, vanilla, licorice and espresso. The palate mimics the nose with warm chocolaty flavours layered with tobacco, leather and red fruits. It has dry, powdery tannins and a long fresh finish. Pair: slow roasted meats, tomato based pastas, Italian cheese and salami platters.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - December 5th, 2016

Seductive, juicy, silky.
A seductively scented Sangiovese with sweet cherries, vanilla and brown spices, worn leather, tobacco, bacon fat and smoked herbal notes. Wonderfully fresh, even with some age, it has juicy red fruit, savoury spices and a long silky finish.
Supple and delicious.
Pair :roasted mushrooms, wild game, rich pasta sauces and aged pecorino or silky taleggio.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - November 4th, 2019