Petrolo
Val d'Arno di Sopra Sangiovese Riserva Boggina C 2022
| Denomination | DOC Valdarno di Sopra Sangiovese Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | For about 16-18 months in strictly selected 22 hl barrels and 7 hl tonneaux of French oak. |
- Grape variety and vintage: Sangiovese 2022 Riserva, 14% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Origin and vineyard: Val d’Arno di Sopra DOC, Boggina vineyard; vines planted 1951-52
- Vinification: spontaneous fermentation in vitrified cement with indigenous yeasts, long maceration
- Ageing: 16–18 months in French oak, 22 hl barrels and 7 hl tonneaux; unfiltered
- Aroma and pairings: cherry, rose, orange zest; red meats, game, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Boggina C Riserva is an organic red wine from Petrolo, a pure expression of Sangiovese in the Val d’Arno di Sopra area. On the nose, it reveals aromas of cherry and rose, combined with hints of orange peel. The palate displays a medium body, where fresh fruit is intertwined with an elegant tannic structure. Excellent acidity ensures freshness and a remarkable capacity for ageing. Ideal alongside red meats, game and cheeses, it requires about an hour of decanting to fully express its potential.
Where it comes from
This red originates from the historic Boggina vineyard, a precious plot of the Tuscan Petrolo estate. The vines, cultivated according to the strict principles of organic farming, derive from a careful massal selection of the original clones planted in the early 1950s. The advanced age of the vineyard and the favourable microclimate impart a pronounced aromatic precision to the glass. The agronomic management, respectful of the terroir, results in a limited production entirely bottled at source, designed to enhance the authentic connection with the land.
How it is produced
The grapes are hand-harvested in the second half of September, followed by a rigorous selection of the berries. Spontaneous fermentation, driven by indigenous yeasts, takes place in cement vats with gentle pump-overs and long macerations. Maturation continues for sixteen to eighteen months in French oak barrels and tonneaux. This slow ageing consolidates the structure and elevates the harmony of the sip. The absence of final filtration preserves the material richness and natural expressiveness, resulting in an intact and balanced profile.
History and Curiosities
The result of Gastone Bazzocchi's vision, Boggina C Riserva embodies the excellence of Petrolo. This pure Sangiovese originates from vines planted in the early 1950s, preserving the massal selection of the original clones. Produced in only five thousand bottles a year, it is a prestigious certified organic wine that combines ancient Tuscan tradition with great production rigour. Awarded 94 points by international critics, this masterpiece from Val d’Arno di Sopra offers an authentic emotion, destined to evolve magnificently over time.
Awards
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2022
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2022
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
94/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
94/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1947
- Oenologist: Carlo Ferrini
- Bottles produced: 85.000
- Hectares: 31
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| Name | Petrolo Val d'Arno di Sopra Sangiovese Riserva Boggina C 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Valdarno di Sopra DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Petrolo |
| Story | History and Curiosities The result of Gastone Bazzocchi's vision, Boggina C Riserva embodies the excellence of Petrolo. This pure Sangiovese originates from vines planted in the early 1950s, preserving the massal selection of the original clones. Produced in only five thousand bottles a year, it is a prestigious certified organic wine that combines ancient Tuscan tradition with great production rigour. Awarded 94 points by international critics, this masterpiece from Val d’Arno di Sopra offers an authentic emotion, destined to evolve magnificently over time. |
| Origin | Valdarno di Sopra, Toscana, Italia |
| Harvest | Second half of September |
| Production technique | Spontaneous vinification with indigenous yeasts in vitrified concrete tanks, with gentle manual pumping over and long maceration |
| Wine making | Spontaneous vinification with indigenous yeasts in vitrified cement tanks, with frequent but gentle manual pump-overs and extended maceration on the skins. |
| Aging | For about 16 8 months in strictly selected 22 hl barrels and 7 hl tonneaux of French oak. |
| Total acidity | 5.96 gr/L |
| PH | 3.45 |
| Residual sugar | 1.07 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 30.15 gr/L |
| Year production | 5000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |