{"product_id":"toscana-rosso-igt-petra-2021-petra-cassetta-di-legno","title":"Toscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Toscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eToscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant and harmonious red wine, born from the encounter between \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e, two international grape varieties that have found an ideal habitat in Tuscany, and particularly in the Suvereto area, to express their full strength and refinement. It is a full-bodied, balanced, and highly enjoyable wine, capable of authentically narrating the territory and Petra's production philosophy.\nThe Toscana IGT denomination represents the freedom to create high-quality wines, outside of more rigid schemes, while maintaining a strong connection with local tradition.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2021 vintage was characterized by balanced weather conditions, with a dry and regular summer that favored optimal grape ripening. The temperature swings between day and night helped preserve intense aromas and maintain good freshness. The manual harvest allowed only the best bunches to be selected, ensuring a wine with a decisive personality and a complex aromatic profile.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe grapes are harvested at full ripeness and vinified separately in \u003cstrong\u003eoak vats\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they ferment at a controlled temperature to preserve the varietal aromas. During maceration, which lasts about 20-25 days, contact with the skins allows for the extraction of color, soft tannins, and substance.\nSubsequent aging takes place in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e for at least 18 months: an ideal period to harmonize the fruity component with spicy notes and to give the wine depth and longevity.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, the \u003cstrong\u003eToscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/strong\u003e presents an \u003cstrong\u003eintense ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e color with purple reflections, a sign of youth and concentration.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe aroma is broad and enveloping: notes of \u003cstrong\u003eripe red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e such as cherry and blackberry emerge, alongside nuances of \u003cstrong\u003esweet spices\u003c\/strong\u003e, tobacco, and cocoa, resulting from the skillful use of wood. The bouquet is elegant and complex, constantly evolving in the glass.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is full and enveloping, with a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced structure\u003c\/strong\u003e between softness and freshness. The fine and well-integrated tannins support a long and persistent sip, with a finish that recalls the fruity and spicy sensations perceived on the nose.\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairings for Toscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine pairs perfectly with dishes that have an intense and structured flavor.\nIdeal with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled or roasted red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStew and braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses such as Pecorino and Parmesan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Tuscan dishes, such as Cinta Senese or wild boar stew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThanks to its elegance, it is also an excellent meditation wine, perfect to be enjoyed alone with a glass to appreciate all its nuances.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Toscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best preserve the \u003cstrong\u003eToscana Rosso IGT 'Petra' 2021 - Petra (wooden box)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is important to keep it in a cool environment, with a constant temperature around 14-16°C, away from direct light sources and vibrations.\nThe bottle should be stored \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontally\u003c\/strong\u003e, so that the cork remains moist and ensures a perfect seal over time.\nThis is a wine with excellent aging potential: it can evolve positively for over 10 years, developing tertiary notes of spices, leather, and undergrowth over time that will further enrich its sensory profile.","brand":"Petra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415347229011,"sku":"T04-P018-2021-05C","price":61.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/toscana-rosso-igt-petra-2021-petra-cassetta-di-legno.jpg?v=1764414473","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/toscana-rosso-igt-petra-2021-petra-cassetta-di-legno","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}