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2000 Ruffino Modus
Vineyard: Ruffino
Price: $29.99
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Varietal: Sangiovese Blend
Style: Red
Region: Italy > Tuscany > Toscana
Other Vintages: 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2001 1999 1998 1997
Drink By: 2009
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Modus was first produced in 1997 and is the latest arrival among the top quality wines marketed under the "Tenimenti Ruffino" brand. It is also the only Ruffino wine that is a blend of three grape varieties. Modus is the result of the combination of Chianti Sangiovese with two varieties originally from France and with a new homeland in Tuscany: Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon. Complex and inviting with delicate floral notes. Aromas of red berries, cherry jam and red licorice with a touch of mint a...
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  • CellarTracker Community Tasting Notes
    Community Tasting Notes (average 89.7 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 16 notes)
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 88 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>