Petrolo Galatrona 2010

Petrolo – Galatrona 2010

Tuscany, Italy (Val d’Arno di Sopra IGT)

A modern Tuscan masterpiece, Petrolo’s Galatrona 2010 is one of the most celebrated expressions of Merlot in Italy—a wine that rivals Pomerol for its depth, precision, and grace. Crafted from organically farmed vines on the estate’s prized Galatrona cru, this vintage shows the absolute harmony that can be achieved when great terroir meets meticulous craftsmanship.

The 2010 growing season was cool, balanced, and exceptionally long—ideal for developing Merlot’s aromatic complexity without excess ripeness. The result is a wine of thrilling purity and detail: aromas of black cherry, violet, graphite, cocoa, and tobacco, leading into a palate that is silky, layered, and impossibly refined. Every element feels in place—power without weight, structure without austerity.

Aged 18 months in new French oak barriques, the 2010 Galatrona has entered a glorious phase of maturity, where its youthful richness has given way to nuance and length. It’s a wine that shows why Petrolo’s flagship has earned a place among the icons of Italy.

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Blackcurrant, plum, cedar, graphite, and dark chocolate

• Palate: Full-bodied yet graceful; polished tannins, deep fruit, and a seamless finish

• Finish: Long, elegant, and persistent with mineral and cocoa undertones

Drink now–2040. Decant for 1 hour; serve at 17–18°C.

🍇 Why We Love It: The 2010 Galatrona is the definition of modern Tuscan elegance—a wine that combines the sensuality of Merlot with the structure and soul of great terroir. Equal parts power and poetry.