Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Wine Review: 2005 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva

Name: 2005 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva
Producer: Ruffino
Region: Italy, Tuscany, Chianti
Classification: Chianti Classico
Type: Red Wine
Variety: Sangiovese
Year/Vintage: 2005
Bottle Size: 750ml
Purchased: $22, Kroger
Date Logged: 07/15/2009
Pairing(s): Spaghetti Marinara
My Rating: 1 Star

This was a sad bottle of wine. I found it aromatically challenged, thin as water in the mouth, had a metallic and vinyl flavor profile, and a disjointed bitter finish.

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