Fattoria Petrolo Galatrona 2021
Fattoria Petrolo Galatrona 2021 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot (Val d'Arno di Sopra, Italy), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Organic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Galatrona is the `Grand Cru` of Merlot from Petrolo, originating from the vineyard of the same name planted between the late 1980s and the mid-1990s with low-vigor Bordeaux clones. The vineyard covers an area of 10 hectares, with a total of almost 50,000 vines which are certified organic. The grapes undergo a natural fermentation process with indigenous yeasts in cement tanks. The wine is aged for up to 20 months in carefully selected French oak barriques and tonneaux, with one-third being new. Regular stirring of the lees for the first 8 months.