Galatrona is Petrolo’s flagship, single-vineyard Merlot from the clay‑rich, schist- and sandstone-influenced Galatrona-F…Galatrona is Petrolo’s flagship, single-vineyard Merlot from the clay‑rich, schist- and sandstone-influenced Galatrona-Feriale site in the Val d’Arno di Sopra DOC on the southeastern edge of the Chianti hills. First produced in 1994 and now…Learn More »
$96
/750ml
2020 Retail Average
95
/100
2020 Pro Rating
Intensity is the calling card of Petrolo Galatrona 2020, with layered black cherry and plum framed by dark chocolate, licorice, and a delicate herbal lift, all carried on a vertical spine of energy. The palate is plush yet finely etched, its velvety tannins and vibrant acidity giving impressive precision and length despite the warm vintage. This is a powerful, polished Merlot that remains remarkably fresh and poised.
Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic, Truffle risotto
Galatrona is Petrolo’s flagship, single-vineyard Merlot from the clay‑rich, schist- and sandstone-influenced Galatrona-Feriale site in the Val d’Arno di Sopra DOC on the southeastern edge of the Chianti hills. First produced in 1994 and now farmed organically, it’s conceived as a Tuscan “grand cru” Merlot, known for its combination of dense structure, dark-fruited richness, and refined, terroir-driven elegance that has made it one of Italy’s most acclaimed modern reds.