Winemaker Notes
Bòggina is a Sangiovese cru and a testament to the winemaking foresight of Petrolo’s founder, Gastone Bazzocchi, who planted the vineyard in 1952 and saw the great quality potential of the vineyard early on. Over the years, the vineyard has been replanted little by little with a massale selection to preserve the diversity of the original clones. Classico Riserva showcases the great expression of a 100% Sangiovese that Petrolo’s unique terroir and microclimate are capable of producing.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Very pure aromas of black cherries and fresh flowers, such as roses. Dried orange peel as well. It’s medium-bodied with a fresh and solid core of fruit and ultra-fine tannin. From organically grown grapes. It’s so delicious to drink now.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Closed with a red wax capsule with beautiful artwork on the front label, the organic Petrolo 2021 Val d'Arno di Sopra Riserva Bòggina C is quite dense and rich, especially for a youthful Sangiovese such as this. The wine reveals a medium-dark appearance with dried cherry fruit, blackcurrant and baked plum. The wine is considerably lighter in terms of mouthfeel, with powdery tannins and mid-weight texture that adds to its overall elegance. The wine delivers authenticity and personality.
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Wine Enthusiast
Luca calls this his Grand-Cru Sangiovese and to be sure it's an immaculate expression of the grape, but the old-school French description might suggest it's somehow precious or inaccessible. On the contrary, the Bòggina C Riserva is so lifted and warm and alert it's almost irresistible. Impressive how such a serious wine can be so much fun.
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Wine Spectator
Saturated with cherry, raspberry, rose, iron and wild herb flavors, this red is expressive yet well-structured. Vibrant acidity guides it all to the long aftertaste, where refined tannins resonate on the finish, which shows a peppery quality. Sangiovese. Best from 2026 through 2042.
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Vinous
The 2021 Boggina C is a potent, brooding wine. Black cherry, plum, spice, new leather, mocha and dried herbs bring out the darker side of Sangiovese. Aging in 700-liter barrels adds textural volume and intensity. I would give this a year or two to soften, as the tannins are pretty imposing today.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.