femme fatale of a finish

somewhat closed down at this stage from an aromatic perspective

(from two parcels of vines that total 2

and eight single-vineyard wines claim this provenance

The dryness should round out in time as there is no associated sense of astringency

Petrolo, Galatrona Vintage:2010 femme fatale of a finishInk 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