PetroloGalatrona 2019

Product code: 12232
£95.85 inc VAT
£575.10 / case of 6
Italy
Red Wine from
Tuscany, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Petrolo
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Stefano Guidi/Carlo Ferrini
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Petrolo
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Stefano Guidi/Carlo Ferrini
Grape
Grape: Merlot
Grape: 100% Merlot

Product Notes

Petrolo Galatrona is a luscically rich Tuscan wine, epitomising the elegance of Merlot at its finest. It hails from Val d'Arno di Sopra region, meticulously curated from organically farmed, old, low-yielding vines. Galatrona displays multilayered aromatic profiles of dark berries, plums, along with smoky, chocolate notes. On the palate, it's full-bodied with an impressive structure, exhibiting velvety tannins and a lasting lingering finish, aging with sumptuous grace. A remarkable red wine which pairs splendidly with fine-dining dishes, it's an object of global desire that possesses the quintessence of Italian viticulture and winemaking tradition.

About the Winery

Petrolo

Nestled in the verdant landscape of Tuscany, Italy, Petrolo winery is undeniably a haven for wine enthusiasts. This organic farm specialises in the production of fine quality wines with a unique blend of flavours that captivate the world of viticulture. Drawing from long-standing traditions, Petrolo winery cultivates a refined array of grape varieties that yield extraordinary wines sought after globally.

The vineyard strategically spans over 31 hectares of fertile Tuscan soil, rich in deposits of limestone and clay. The arrangement of the vines, guided by time-honoured techniques and executed with unmatched precision assures a consistent yield, season after season. From the Sangiovese grape variety which thrives here, stems the revered wines, Galatrona and Torrione. These famed reds, illustrate the exemplary standards at Petrolo winery.

A tour of Petrolo winery often leaves visitors in awe of the incredible balance of modernity and tradition. A striking 18th-century villa sets the backdrop, while stainless steel fermenting tanks punctuating the vast cellars, embody a seamless blend of old and new. This winery’s charming fusion of classic Tuscan architecture and advanced winemaking technology symbolises a rare dexterity in maintaining authenticity in a quickly evolving industry.

Apart from its dedication to winemaking, this family-run farm commits to the cultivation of olives and the rearing of honey bees. The consistent high-quality output from Petrolo winery has seen it gather a whopping 17 Tre Bicchieri awards from Gambero Rosso, the highest honour in Italian winemaking circles.

In sum, Petrolo winery is not just a producer of fine wines but a gilded embodiment of Tuscan heritage. Grounded in love for the land and passion for winemaking, it offers a timeless testament to Italian viticulture. Yet even with its global acclaim, the winery maintains an agreeable sense of humility, ensuring each visit feels intimate, personal - and incredibly satisfying to the palate!

https://www.petrolo.it

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