Petrolo Terre di Galatrona Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2012 (Jeroboam)

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Petrolo Terre di Galatrona 2012 (Jeroboam)

Producer: Petrolo | Appellation: Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
Vintage: 2012 | Classification: Super Tuscan
Grape Variety: 100% Merlot
Format: Jeroboam (3L)
Drinking Window: 2018–2040+ | Aging Potential: 25+ years

The Wine

The 2012 Terre di Galatrona is a magnificent expression of Tuscan Merlot from the revered Petrolo estate. Often compared to the great Pomerols of Bordeaux, Galatrona is celebrated for its depth, finesse, and balance. The warm 2012 vintage produced a wine of striking concentration and velvety texture, combining richness with precision. Presented here in the rare Jeroboam format (3L), this bottling offers exceptional longevity and collectability.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe plum, blackberry, violet, and mocha, with hints of cedar, tobacco, and graphite.

Palate: Full-bodied, showcasing layers of dark fruit, chocolate, and espresso, supported by fine-grained tannins. The texture is plush yet focused, maintaining Petrolo’s hallmark elegance.

Finish: Long and polished, with lingering notes of spice, truffle, and sweet oak.

Producer Details

Founded in the 1940s, Petrolo is one of Tuscany’s most acclaimed estates, located in the Val d’Arno di Sopra region between Chianti and Montepulciano. Under the guidance of Luca Sanjust, the estate has earned global recognition for producing Galatrona, often described as “Tuscany’s answer to Pétrus.” The 2012 vintage is a particularly fine example — powerful yet beautifully balanced.

Wine Details

Vinification: Fermented in concrete vats; aged for 18 months in new and once-used French oak barriques
Alcohol Content: ~14.5% ABV
Cellaring: Ideal for aging in Jeroboam format; peak maturity expected 2025–2040+

Format Note

This release is presented in a Jeroboam (3L), a rare large-format bottle that enhances the wine’s development potential and makes it a superb collector’s item or centrepiece for special occasions.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Outstanding with bistecca alla Fiorentina, braised short ribs, wild boar ragù, or aged Pecorino Toscano.

Important Notice

Due to the rarity, size, and value of this Jeroboam, all sales are final. We are unable to accept returns or exchanges on this item. Provenance and condition have been carefully verified.