{"product_id":"luca-ferraris-ruche-di-castagnole-monferrato-sant-eufemia-2017","title":"Luca Ferraris – Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato SANT'EUFEMIA 2017 - 20% OFF!","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Ferraris – Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato SANT’EUFEMIA 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20% OFF – Now S$28.00 (UP: S$35.00)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight-bodied, beautifully aromatic and wonderfully elegant – a charming Piedmontese Ruchè with soft tannins and distinctive floral character!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Ferraris SANT’EUFEMIA 2017 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edistinctive expression of Ruchè from Castagnole Monferrato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Ruchè\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and named after the Sant’Eufemia vineyard area. It represents the more elegant and approachable side of Ferraris' Ruchè portfolio, combining the variety's naturally exotic floral perfume with the freshness and savoury character of the Monferrato hills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuchè is one of Piedmont's rare indigenous varieties, rescued from near-obscurity in the 1960s through the work of Don Giacomo Cauda. Unlike the region's more famous Nebbiolo-based wines, Ruchè is celebrated for its intensely aromatic personality, supple tannins and remarkable drinkability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2017 vintage was exceptionally warm and dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing ripe, expressive wines with generous fruit concentration. A contemporary tasting of SANT’EUFEMIA 2017 praised its elegant balance of floral aromas, red berries, savoury herbs and fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow nine years from harvest, this wine offers the opportunity to discover a mature interpretation of Ruchè, with the potential for additional dried-flower, herbal and savoury complexity, depending on bottle condition and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ruby red, potentially developing garnet reflections with bottle maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An expressive bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eviolets, rose petals, ripe cherries, raspberries and cranberries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by black pepper, sage, dried herbs and subtle liquorice notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry, elegant and medium-bodied, with juicy red-fruit flavours, fine powdery tannins and a pleasantly savoury character. Notes of cherry, red berries, gentle spice and herbs lead towards a lingering, aromatic finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elegant, fragrant and relatively light on its feet, combining Ruchè's exotic floral perfume with fine tannins and an almost Pinot Noir-like delicacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike Ferraris' more ambitious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpera Prima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is designed for extended ageing, SANT’EUFEMIA focuses on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epurity, perfume and natural character of Ruchè\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its predominantly stainless-steel maturation helps preserve the grape's expressive aromatics without the influence of heavy oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile Piedmontese red that pairs beautifully with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian antipasti, salumi, herb-infused pasta, mushroom risotto, poultry, pork, roasted vegetables, light game and moderately aged cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts fragrant character and gentle tannins also make it an intriguing partner for mildly spicy Asian dishes, including roast duck, grilled pork and mushroom-based dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Serve slightly cool to highlight its aromatic elegance. In Singapore's tropical climate, a brief chill before serving can be particularly enjoyable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Luca Ferraris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Piedmont \/ Monferrato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Ruchè\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry, aromatic, medium-bodied red wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy we like it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ruchè is one of Italy's most fascinating and underappreciated indigenous grapes, and SANT’EUFEMIA captures its wonderfully fragrant, elegant personality. With its floral perfume, red-berry character and delicate tannins, it is a refreshing alternative to heavier Italian reds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully individual Piedmontese wine – now at an attractive 20% discount!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Wine Critic Ratings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91–93 Points (Taste Score) – Reverse Wine Snob, 2017 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwarded a taste score equivalent to 91–93 points, with an overall value rating of 7.5\/10 and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Buy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designation. The review highlighted the wine's attractive cherry and herbal aromatics, freshness, balanced tannins and elegant drinking character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemusing – Reviewed March 2019, 2017 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePraised for its remarkable combination of flavour intensity and elegance, with floral violets, black pepper, raspberry, cranberry, sage and fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 Points – Wine Enthusiast, 2023 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe same SANT’EUFEMIA wine received 91 points for its 2023 vintage, recognised for its vibrant red-fruit character, refreshing acidity and soft tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 Points \u0026amp; Best Buy – Wine Enthusiast, 2021 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwarded 90 points and a Best Buy designation, highlighting the wine's expressive floral aromas, lively red fruit and fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: The Wine Enthusiast scores refer to later vintages, not the 2017 bottle offered here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luca Ferraris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53815968661777,"sku":"G2886","price":28.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/2722\/8945\/files\/4D86E444-8C8A-4DAB-83B0-D89FC53A1E0C.png?v=1785421116","url":"https:\/\/wineprovisionshop.com.sg\/products\/luca-ferraris-ruche-di-castagnole-monferrato-sant-eufemia-2017","provider":"Wine Provision Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}