Petra, 2018 By Petra, Cabernet and Merlot in Maremma Tuscany - Wines From Italy

Petra, 2018 By Petra, Cabernet and Merlot in Maremma Tuscany, Due Bicchieri

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The very symbol of the project, so as to bear its name, Petra tells ancient stories with new words.

The grapes,Cabernet Sauvignon 70% and Merlot 30% are harvested on calcareous soils with the right balance between clay and skeleton. Suitable lands suitable for bred varieties but above all capable of bringing out their distinctive traits.

Estate organic grapes grown on the estet in Suvereto , a sub area of Maremma Tuscany. Maremma is know for making wines from International varieties.Aged 18 month in barrique, a french barrel. Alc 14%

Brilliant ruby red colour. To the nose it is whole and intense, with hints of red fruit, wild blackberries, cherries and currants.

These aromas are plea- santly accompanied by balsamic notes reminiscent of the Mediterranean brush, bay leaves and spiced notes of pepper and incense with hints of vanilla, which create a highly complex and refined bouquet. To the palate it is powerful and full-bodied, refreshing and underlain by rich and silky tannins.

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