Petrolo, Galatrona Vintage:2011 The most dominant component part

The most dominant component part of Chaves red Hermitage comes from Les Bessards

it should be an enjoyable white Bordeaux to drink over the next 10-12 years

this finished with moderate bang and pop a couple of hours later

plum and spicy oak

with a honeyed quince character

Petrolo, Galatrona Vintage:2011 The most dominant component partInk tinged ruby. Spice accented aromas complement cassis, olive tapenade and violet pastille on the evolved, open knit nose. Full and broad on the palate, offering suave dark berry liqueur flavors and an aromatic, minty cocoa nuance that builds with aeration. Finishes with lively acidity extending the flavors at the back, which features a very strong note of cloves and smoke. This forward, ripe, softer styled Galatrona was delicious to drink from day