Petra
Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana Potenti 2022
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Aging | Aged in barriques for at least 18 months (10% of which are new); matured in bottle for at least 6 months. |
- Grape variety and vintage: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, Toscana IGT, 2022 harvest
- Aromatic profile: notes of blackberry jam, blueberry, black cherry, spices and coffee
- Taste and structure: powerful structure, soft tannins, fruity and spicy finish
- Ageing: minimum 18 months in barrique (10% new) and 6 months in bottle
- Serving and pairings: serve at 14–16 °C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with red meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Petra Potenti Cabernet Sauvignon is a still red wine from Tuscany made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. It stands out for its deep ruby red colour and a profile of great structure. On the nose, it impresses with its density, offering clear notes of blackberry jam, blueberry and black cherry. On the palate, it is dominated by a powerful texture, supported by abundant and rounded tannins. Herbaceous and balsamic nuances blend harmoniously with toasted hints and touches of coffee, finishing with a persistent and spicy aftertaste.
Where it comes from
The grapes grow in the Potenti vineyard in Riotorto, in an area closely linked to the Bolgheri region. The Cabernet Sauvignon vines sink their roots into clay-sandy soils with a slight presence of limestone, resting on a rocky base. The favourable slope of the land and Guyot training ensure balanced and consistent ripening of the bunches. This specific pedoclimatic context gives the wine its typical vigorous character, resulting in a concentrated sip that is true to the identity of its origin.
How it is produced
Production aims to enhance the natural complexity of Cabernet Sauvignon. After vinification, the wine rests in barrels for at least eighteen months, a crucial step to soften the tannic texture and enrich the bouquet with clear notes of spices and coffee. A subsequent refinement in glass helps integrate the dark fruit notes with the balsamic nuances, consolidating the overall balance. The glass is distinguished by a full-bodied character and a long, satisfying sip.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1997, the Petra winery showcases the excellence of the Tuscan terroir through this robust single-varietal Cabernet Sauvignon. Carefully cultivated on the clay-sandy soils of the Potenti vineyard in Riotorto, the grapes produce a Toscana IGT that masterfully combines power and elegance. Under the guidance of oenologist Giuseppe Caviola, the wine matures in barriques for 18 months and completes its evolution in the bottle. This ageing process bestows the wine with lasting appeal and an extraordinary longevity of 10-15 years.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1997
- Oenologist: Giuseppe Caviola
- Bottles produced: 360.000
- Hectares: 103
| Name | Petra Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana Potenti 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Petra |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1997, the Petra winery showcases the excellence of the Tuscan terroir through this robust single-varietal Cabernet Sauvignon. Carefully cultivated on the clay-sandy soils of the Potenti vineyard in Riotorto, the grapes produce a Toscana IGT that masterfully combines power and elegance. Under the guidance of oenologist Giuseppe Caviola, the wine matures in barriques for 18 months and completes its evolution in the bottle. This ageing process bestows the wine with lasting appeal and an extraordinary longevity of 10 5 years. |
| Origin | Vigneto Potenti, località Riotorto (LI), Toscana (Bolgheri), Italia |
| Soil composition | Clayey-sandy, slightly calcareous |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6200 |
| Yield per hectare | 70-80 quintals per hectare |
| Production technique | Ageing in barrique for at least 18 months (of which 10% are new); ageing in bottle for at least 6 months |
| Wine making | In barriques for at least 18 months (10% new barriques); bottle ageing for at least 6 months. |
| Aging | Aged in barriques for at least 18 months (10% of which are new); matured in bottle for at least 6 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.7 gr/L |
| PH | 3.68 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |