2021 Petrolo Il Torrione IGT

Sangiovese - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 95 WE 94 WA 93 VN 93 WS 93 W&S 92
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, August 2023

Inviting aromas of dark and blue fruits together with subtle notes of chocolate and spices with hints of blue flowers and crushed stones. Medium- to full-bodied, complex and structured, but ethereal and weightless at the...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, March 2024

The nose is like a cool, damp forest, with dark berries, fresh earth, but with a quiet rumbling of heat and savory undertones, and the palate maintains the balancing act between cool and warm, sweet and savory, buoyant...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2024

The Petrolo 2021 Torrione is a certified organic blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon that is fermented in cement and aged in oak vessels of various dimensions. It shows dark fruit with bramble...
VN 93

Vinous, August 2023

The 2021 Torrione is one of the finest editions in recent memory. Bright acids drive through a core of red cherry/plum fruit, blood orange, new leather and spice. The purity of the flavors is striking. I especially admire...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, December 2023

Bright and bursting with cherry, raspberry and floral notes, this red is harmonious and expressive. Reveals earth, graphite and tobacco accents on the finish, which shows fine length and compact, chalky tannins...
W&S 92

Wine & Spirits, December 2023

A blend of sangiovese with merlot (15 percent) and cabernet sauvignon (5 percent), Torrione shows a tangy edge to its plummy, dark fruit flavors. Round and juicy, lifted by rose-petal scents, it should appeal to a broad...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Sangiovese
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The 2021 Petrolo Il Torrione IGT is a red wine hailing from Tuscany, Italy, primarily composed of 85% Sangiovese, with smaller contributions from Merlot (10%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%). This certified organic wine is fermented in cement and aged in oak vessels of varying dimensions, resulting in a versatile and well-structured profile.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the 2021 Petrolo Il Torrione a score of 93, noting its "dark fruit with bramble, tree bark, blue flower, and sweet cherry" (Monica Larner, 3/21/2024). The review highlights the wine's mid-weight intensity and long, silky mouthfeel, with a bright acidity and a hint of chili spice at the finish.

Vinous also rated the wine 93, describing it as "one of the finest editions in recent memory" (Antonio Galloni, 8/1/2023). The review emphasizes the wine's bright acids and core of red cherry and plum fruit, complemented by blood orange, new leather, and spice. Galloni particularly admires the energy and purity of the flavors, suggesting cellaring for a year or two for optimal enjoyment.

James Suckling gave the wine an excellent score of 95, praising its "inviting aromas of dark and blue fruits" along with "subtle notes of chocolate and spices" (8/7/2023). Suckling describes the wine as medium- to full-bodied, complex, and structured, yet ethereal and weightless, combining generosity with delicacy. He recommends giving it a couple of years in the bottle for the best experience.

Wine Spectator's review, also scoring 93, highlights the wine's "bright and bursting cherry, raspberry, and floral notes" (12/31/2023). The review mentions earth, graphite, and tobacco accents on the finish, with fine length and compact, chalky tannins. It suggests drinking now through 2030.

Wine Enthusiast rated the wine 94, likening the nose to a "cool, damp forest, with dark berries, fresh earth, and savory undertones" (Danielle Callegari, 3/1/2024). The palate is described as a balance between cool and warm, sweet and savory, buoyant yet indulgent, making it a stellar deal.

Wine & Spirits gave the wine a score of 92, highlighting its "tangy edge to its plummy, dark fruit flavors" and "rose-petal scents" (12/1/2023). The review notes its round and juicy profile, which should appeal to a broad range of wine lovers.

In conclusion, the 2021 Petrolo Il Torrione IGT is a well-received wine with consistent high scores across various reviews, praised for its balanced complexity, vibrant flavors, and potential for aging.