Aqua di Venus Toscana Vermentino
Country: Italy Region: Tuscany
Varietals: 74% Vermentino, 22% Chardonnay, 4% Sangiovese (in white)
Vintage: 2024 Category: White Wine Style: Dry
Producer: Ruffino
Description:
Ruffino was founded in 1877 in Pontassieve, near Florence, by the two cousins Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino. They focused on cultivating high-quality grapes and utilizing the unique terroir of their vineyards, quickly gaining renown. Through their meticulous care in the vineyard and cellar, the Ruffino name soon became synonymous with exceptionally clean and beautifully balanced wines. Today, Ruffino is one of the world's most recognized wineries, representing consistency and quality from Chianti and Tuscany.
The grapes grown to produce this wine come from the southern Tuscan coastal area of Maremma and the La Solatia Estate, close to Siena. The name is a tribute to femininity; Venus, a symbol of beauty and refined sensuality. The unique bottle design is a tribute to Renaissance art. The ribs reflect the same ones as the shell from which Venus surfaces out of water in Botticelli's painting.
Vinification and Ageing:
All the varieties are hand harvested and pressed gently in order not to lose the primary aromas. Only the fined must, following natural clarification, undergoes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks, ensuring the maximum accentuation of the aromas and flavours. Malolactic fermentation is deliberately not carried out so as to preserve the freshness of the flavours and crunchiness of the fruit. After blending, the cuvée rests in the bottle for a month to refine before being released for sale.
Tasting Note:
Colour: Straw yellow
Aromas: White fruit and tropical aromas alternate with citrus notes and intense minerality. Herbal overtones like sage and rosemary ensue.
Tasting Profile: The Vermentino yields citrus notes, the Chardonnay lends harmony and softness, and the Sangiovese provides structure and finesse. Savoury and mineral finish.
Food Pairing:
Perfect alongside grilled Mediterranean seafood, such as seabass or prawns, fresh burrata with heirloom tomatoes, or a simple lemon and rosemary roasted chicken.
