The 2021 Petrolo Galatrona is a stunning red wine from the renowned Tenuta di Petrolo in Italy. This vintage boasts a deep ruby colour, with a vibrant and youthful hue. On the nose, aromas of juicy blackberries, plump cherries, and hints of cedar and tobacco fill the air. As the wine opens up, notes of violets and spice emerge, adding complexity to the bouquet. On the palate, the Galatrona is full-bodied and velvety, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. Flavours of dark fruits, such as blackcurrants and plums, are layered with subtle hints of vanilla and chocolate. This wine embodies the perfect balance between fruit and oak, making it a true expression of its terroir. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come. A true gem from Italy that is not to be missed.
Winemakers Notes
The estate
Petrolo is placed in Val d’ Arno di Sopra on the southeast side of the Chianti mountains bordering Chianti Classico. Petrolo was bought by the Bazzocchi family in the 40s. During the 80s Lucia Bazzocchi Sanjust, realized the great potential of the soil on the hill of Petrolo and with the help of her son Luca, begun renovating the company’s production line aiming to obtain results of the highest quality. From 2016 all Petrolo wines have official EU Organic Certification.
Galatrona is the
“Grand-Cru
”
of Merlot
of Petrolo, only made with the grapes from the vineyard of the same name planted between the end of the 80’s and half of the 90’s with low vigor bordeaux clones. The peculiar soil, rich in clay in combination with schist, marl and sandstones, allows the concentration of all the noble components of the grapes, fundamental for the great structure, elegance, balance and persistence wanted for this wine.
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Tasting Notes
The 2021 Petrolo Galatrona is a stunning red wine from the renowned Tenuta di Petrolo in Italy. This vintage boasts a deep ruby colour, with a vibrant and youthful hue. On the nose, aromas of juicy blackberries, plump cherries, and hints of cedar and tobacco fill the air. As the wine opens up, notes of violets and spice emerge, adding complexity to the bouquet. On the palate, the Galatrona is full-bodied and velvety, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. Flavours of dark fruits, such as blackcurrants and plums, are layered with subtle hints of vanilla and chocolate. This wine embodies the perfect balance between fruit and oak, making it a true expression of its terroir. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come. A true gem from Italy that is not to be missed.