Petra
Syrah Colle al Fico 2022
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Syrah |
| Aging | Aged in barriques (20% new) for about 18 months; aged in bottle for at least 12 months. |
- Identity: Petra Syrah 2022 Toscana IGT, still red wine 14% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Aroma: notes of spices and undergrowth, with hints of vanilla, intense and enveloping
- Taste: dry and full-bodied, significant structure, pronounced minerality and lively freshness
- Ageing: 18 months in barriques (20% new) and at least 12 months in bottle
- Serving and pairings: serve at 18–20 °C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with red meats, game and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Petra Syrah Colle al Fico is a still red wine born from the expression of Syrah grapes cultivated with dedication in the Tuscan region. On the nose, it reveals an intense and voluptuous aromatic profile, characterised by spicy notes and hints of undergrowth, enriched by a delicate touch of vanilla. On the palate, it stands out for its dry and broad character, outlining a complex structure that finds its balance thanks to a pronounced minerality and a lively underlying freshness. The harmony between the olfactory and gustatory components makes the tasting enveloping and profound.
Where it comes from
The grapes destined for this wine come from the Colle al Fico vineyard, located just a few metres above sea level in the locality of San Lorenzo. The vines are trained using the Guyot system on clay-sandy soil with a slight calcareous component, pedoclimatic elements that directly contribute to the wine's clear savouriness. Careful agronomic management ensures a low yield per hectare, essential for promoting the most authentic expression of the variety. The coastal environment guarantees the ideal climate for the perfect ripening of the grapes, enhancing the aromatic concentration of the fruit.
How it is produced
The process begins with meticulous manual harvesting, followed by a double selection to choose only the best raw material. During vinification, the must undergoes a cold maceration to encourage the extraction of aromas, accompanied by prolonged contact with the skins. Fermentation takes place in oak truncated-cone vats, while malolactic fermentation occurs entirely in wood. The maturation process continues with a long ageing in oak barrels and concludes with an adequate final resting period, fundamental steps to give the wine its typical roundness and elegance.
History and Curiosities
Born in the vineyard of the same name in San Lorenzo, Petra Syrah Colle al Fico embodies the vision of a project launched in 1997 to enhance the Tuscan essence. Under the guidance of oenologist Giuseppe Caviola, the grapes, sourced from clay-sandy and slightly calcareous soils, offer an authentic interpretation of the region. The wine undergoes meticulous ageing in barriques for eighteen months and a further year in the bottle, bestowing the glass with a complex structure where elegance, lively freshness and pronounced minerality blend in perfect harmony.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1997
- Oenologist: Giuseppe Caviola
- Bottles produced: 360.000
- Hectares: 103
| Name | Petra Syrah Colle al Fico 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Petra |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the vineyard of the same name in San Lorenzo, Petra Syrah Colle al Fico embodies the vision of a project launched in 1997 to enhance the Tuscan essence. Under the guidance of oenologist Giuseppe Caviola, the grapes, sourced from clay-sandy and slightly calcareous soils, offer an authentic interpretation of the region. The wine undergoes meticulous ageing in barriques for eighteen months and a further year in the bottle, bestowing the glass with a complex structure where elegance, lively freshness and pronounced minerality blend in perfect harmony. |
| Origin | Vineyard Colle al Fico, San Lorenzo area (LI) |
| Soil composition | Clayey-sandy, slightly calcareous |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6000 |
| Yield per hectare | 80 quintals per hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 27–29 °C |
| Production technique | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard and double sorting in the cellar; pre-fermentation cold maceration; maceration on the skins for about 25 days; fermentation in truncated cone-shaped oak vats; malolactic fermentation carried out in wood; ageing in barriques for about 18 months (20% new) and subsequent ageing in bottle for at least 12 months |
| Wine making | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard and double sorting in the cellar; pre-fermentation cold maceration to enhance the extraction of fruity aromas; maceration on the skins for about 25 days; fermentation at 27–29 °C in truncated cone-shaped oak vats; malolactic fermentation carried out in wood; ageing in barriques for about 18 months (20% new) followed by further ageing in bottle for at least 12 months. |
| Aging | Aged in barriques (20% new) for about 18 months; aged in bottle for at least 12 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.2 gr/L |
| PH | 3.5 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |