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Valdarno di Sopra DOC Merlot 'Galatrona' 2018 (750 ml.) Petrolo
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The Galatrona by Petrolo is one of the most iconic reds of Tuscany, a pure Merlot that combines strength and elegance. Considered the pride of the estate, it is a multi-award-winning Supertuscan, recognized for over a decade among the most appreciated Italian labels in the world. The grapes come from organically grown vineyards on the hills of the Alta Val d’Arno, with soils of clay and galestro that provide character and depth. After aging for 15 months in barrique, the wine expresses silky tannins, a nose rich in black fruits, sweet spices, and balsamic notes. On the palate, it is soft, full-bodied, and harmonious, with a long and refined persistence. A noble and enveloping wine, emblematic of the best expression of Italian Merlot.
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- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Valdarno di Sopra DOC
- Philosophy
- Organic
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Merlot
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2018
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Tuscany
- Alcohol Content
- 14.5% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 18° - 20° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Wide goblet with a long stem
- Special Features
- Limited Edition, Small Producers, Independent Winemakers
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Roast Meats, Red Meats, Stewed Meats, Game meat, Rice and Risottos
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
PTL-GALATRONA-2018
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Petrolo
In the heart of Tuscany, among the enchanted hills of the Val d’Arno, lies a jewel of elegance and enological refinement: the Petrolo winery. Nestled in a landscape of extraordinary beauty, this winery is a place where Tuscan tradition intertwines with innovation, creating wines that are true works of art. The denomination IGT Toscana is the banner under which Petrolo has imprinted its distinctive mark on the international wine scene.
Guided by a farsighted vision and a deep respect for the land, Petrolo cultivates its vineyards with meticulous attention to detail. The main grape varieties are Sangiovese and Merlot, from which wines are born that tell stories of passion, dedication, and an indissoluble bond with the land. Among these labels, the famous Galatrona stands out, a Merlot that has captivated the palates of connoisseurs worldwide with its sumptuous structure and extraordinary aromatic complexity.
Each sip of Petrolo wines is a sensory journey that carries the fruity and spicy notes of Merlot, along with the elegance and vibrancy of Sangiovese. These wines are not mere beverages but experiences that evolve and enrich over time, just like the most beautiful stories. Petrolo is a symbol of Tuscan excellence, capable of fascinating and seducing anyone who has the privilege of tasting its wines.
Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of Petrolo and discover its most prestigious labels on Vino45. An invitation to immerse yourself in a world of unique flavors, where tradition meets innovation, and every bottle is a celebration of the beauty of Tuscany.
Address:
Località Petrolo, 30 - Mercatale Valdarno (AR), Italy
Color: dark ruby red
Bouquet: intense, with hints of blueberries, blackberry, red rose, and underbrush, a slight closing note of fern and nuts
Taste: powerful and structured, fresh and endowed with a noble tannic weave, balanced and persistent.
- Bibenda 5/5
- Luca Gardini 99+/100
- James Suckling 98/100 Top 100
- Falstaff 98/100
- Robert Parker 97/100
- Decanter 97/100
- Dr. Wine 96/100
- Vinous 96/100
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THE WINE
The Galatrona by Petrolo is one of the most iconic reds from Tuscany, a pure Merlot that combines strength and elegance. Considered the flagship of the estate, it is an award-winning Supertuscan, recognized for over a decade among the most appreciated Italian labels in the world. The grapes come from organically cultivated vineyards on the hills of the Alta Val d’Arno, with soils of clay and galestro that provide character and depth. After aging for 15 months in barrique, the wine expresses silky tannins, a nose rich in dark fruits, sweet spices, and balsamic notes. On the palate, it is soft, full-bodied, and harmonious, with a long and refined persistence. A noble and enveloping wine, emblematic of the best expression of Italian Merlot.
THE ESTATE
The Petrolo winery is located in the province of Arezzo, in the municipality of Mercatale Valdarno, among the green Tuscan hills. The estate was part of the feudal Galatrona in the Middle Ages, as evidenced by the ancient tower, from which the wines Petrolo take their name, and the parish church that contains a baptismal font by Giovanni della Robbia. Owned by the Bazzocchi-Sanjust family for four generations, the Petrolo estate extends over more than 270 hectares, of which about thirty are currently planted with vines, while twenty are dedicated to olive cultivation. Since the second half of the 1980s, the goal of the Petrolo winery has been the absolute quality of the produced wines, starting from understanding and interpreting the enormous potential of the territory. Today, the rows are managed according to organic farming standards. A complete and harmonious range of labels, expressive and particularly faithful to the terroir of origin, as well as continuously striving for the highest quality levels. Simply extraordinary wines.
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