2020 Vigneto Erchi Chianti Rufina, Selvapiana

• Style: Pure Sangiovese, cool-climate Rufina
• Taste: Crushed cherry, raspberry, mint, star anise, polished tannins
• Food: Braised beef, wild boar, aged Pecorino, roasted meats
• Occasion: Date night, gifting, cellar worthy
• Serve: 14% ABV, now or age through the decade

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Crushed cherry and raspberry dominate on the nose, framed by mint and star anise that lift off the glass with immediate intensity. The palate strikes a balance between ripe red fruit and polished tannins, with bright acidity keeping everything taut and composed. This is a wine that tastes both generous and disciplined, rewarding the glass and calling you back for another.

The Winery — Selvapiana

Selvapiana has stewarded its Rufina estate since 1827, and the current generation runs it with the restraint that earned the house its renown in this smallest of Chianti zones. The property sits just north of Pontassieve, where the cool Sieve Valley breeze delivers the finesse that sets Rufina apart. The Erchi vineyard, replanted in 1999 on south-facing slopes, captures both that signature cool-climate character and the warmth needed for perfect ripeness. The 2020 vintage arrived blessed: mild spring, sparse rainfall, and late-August regeneration aligned flawlessly. Long skin contact during fermentation and 15–16 months in a mix of new and large casks built structure without overworking the fruit. A year in bottle before release means this arrives ready to drink now, though it will age gracefully for years to come.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Serve this alongside braised beef, wild boar, aged Pecorino, or any brick-oven roasted meats and tomato-based pastas that define Tuscan dining. It's equally at home in a serious cellar—a masterclass in how elevation and microclimate shape character, proving why critics have kept their eyes on this corner of Tuscany since the 18th century. Browse our full range of Sangiovese selections, or explore more from our Italy collection and Medium Bodied Red Wine range to discover what else we've selected from this remarkable region.