THOSE of you who have a deep affection for Italian wines, and particularly those from Tuscany, the news that the wines of ...

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ), the world’s biggest wine maker, has purchased the remaining 50.1% that it did not already own of Italian wine brand Ruffino from MPF International for about $142 ...

The euro is still killing us for European wines, but some prices have gone up more than others. One wine that has not increased in price is the 2004 Ruffino Tenuta Lodola Nuova Vino Nobile di ...

The most iconic of Italian wines surely has to be Chianti. And, one of the most iconic examples of Chianti from Italy is Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico --- ($24.99),... The wine and its ...

For many of us in the wine business, there is a tendency to constantly seek out the new and the novel at the expense of the familiar. Which makes sense: Most wine professionals taste constantly, and ...

The Ruffino reserve stands out for its alluring bouquet, rich flavors and smooth finish. 2012 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva "Ducale" ($25) Back when Chianti was synonymous with straw-covered ...

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico 2008. Chianti is an Italian red blend that works wonderfully with or without food. With moderate tannins and a nice dryness, this one is a great choice. Don’t ...

A pleasant little sipper with no discernible fruit flavors. A bit spicy in the nose and palate, it has moderate tannins with a dry and surprisingly long finish for its price point. Chianti is always a ...

The 2010 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale (Italy, $20) is a solid chianti that’s easy to find. This chianti sometimes goes by the nickname of “Ruffino Tan,” because of the color of its label.