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From the southernmost point of the Italian mainland, Sicily is separated only by the narrow Strait of Messina. The region includes, in addition to the largest island of Italy and the Mediterranean, the groups of the Egadi, Aeolian, Pegali islands and Ustica and Pantelleria.

The coast, 1,039 km long, presents itself rugged in the north, almost straight in the east towards the Strait of Messina, and is interrupted only by the Gulf of Catania, in the hinterland of which opens a wide plain. Then the coast becomes rugged again, rich in bays and small peninsulas. In the south it becomes more even again, with a single indentation at Gela. About four-fifths of the island is hilly or mountainous, the rest being plains. The only real mountain range is in the north of the island. The grandiose massif of Atna rises out of the landscape near Catania, and other active volcanoes are located on the smaller islands around Sicily.

In the interior, agriculture is still extensive and is largely organized as large estates. Here one finds the cultivation of cereals. On the coastal strips, citrus plantations are lined up. Sicily also plays an important role in olive growing. Viticulture has its main centers in the western part of the island, although the areas around Etna, Vittoria and Agrigento, for example, are also gradually becoming better known. Sicily, together with Puglia, is at the top of the Italian wine-growing regions in terms of quantity. But also qualitatively an enormous development has taken place in the last years through a systematic research of the native grape varieties such as Inzolia, Grillo, Cattarratto, Grecanico for the white grapes and Nerello Mascalese, Periccone etc. for the red varieties. The production areas for wines with indication of origin have been extended in the course of the reorganization by the law and so the proportion of quality wines has also grown steadily. The most famous wine of the island, besides the Nero d'Avola, is undoubtedly the Marsala, which is equally suitable as an aperitif and as a dessert wine. - Gerardo [TS01/23]

"From above, Sicily presents itself like a huge vineyard. It is no accident that when the ancient Greeks came to southern Italy, they conceived the name Enotria, translated as 'land of wine'.'" - Gambero Rosso



´Burdese´ · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2018, Planeta, Sizilien

Burdese · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2018


Planeta, Sicily

Interesting cuveé of Cabernet-Sauvignon and Cabernet-Franc: Deep, concentrated ruby red in the glass. The bouquet is dense and concentrated, reminiscent of ripe red fruits and sour cherry, with light hints of cocoa and minerals. Wonderfully balsamic, full-bodied and silky on the palate. Great Sicilian! - Gerardo [TS08/19]

"Bright ruby with a rich violet sheen. Very intense nose with lots of ripe dark berry fruit, at the beginning a lot of tobacco and leather, then full of dark currants and blackberries, carob in the background. Straightforward and clear on the palate, lots of juicy fruit, then opens with firm, sturdy tannin, gives the wine a lot of grip, long finish." - Falstaff

"With ample intensity and definition, this wine shows the power of two Bordeaux grapes, 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Cabernet Franc, with the softness and sunny sweetness you might expect of a warm wine territory such as Sicily. The Planeta 2016 Sicilia Menfi Burdese shows a dark garnet appearance and medium rich concentration. Dried spice, scorched earth and black fruit appear on the bouquet. There is a dry, almost dusty quality to the tannins that are present but without any noticeable astringency. This would match up nicely with a classic Sicilian skillet of fennel sausage, orange slices and bread." - Robert Parker


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´Eruzione 1614´ · Nerello Mascalese DOC 2019, Planeta, Sizilien

Eruzione 1614 · Nerello Mascalese DOC 2019


Planeta, Sicily

Bright ruby color. The nose recalls pickled red berries, roses and oriental spices. On the palate you can recognize the typical tannins of the Nerello, rounded by the refinement in wood. - Gerardo [TS08/20]

"Sparkling, brightening ruby. Appealing and open nose, opens with notes of raspberry, some blackberry, subtle spice in the background. Lots of present tannin on the palate, hearty bite at the core, firm pressure on the finish, juicy and savory." - Falstaff


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´Maroccoli´ · Syrah Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019, Planeta, Sizilien

Maroccoli · Syrah Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019


Planeta, Sicily

Maroccoli is a single varietal Sicilian Syrah of intense ruby color and violet hues. The aroma spectrum is broad and includes cassis, coffee beans, pepper and cloves. In the drink the youthfulness of the tannin and the fruit freshness prevail, it is not the tannin that occupies the palate but the wine in all its fullness. - Gerardo [TS08/20]

"Dark luminous ruby with delicate violet. In the nose expressive of many ripe black berries, toast, noble wood, after a little time blackberry and black currant, reverberating with mint. The palate is rich and with tight tannins, taut on clear, fresh fruit, interwoven, substantial, adherent and long, great Syrah." - Falstaff


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´Sito dell'Ulmo´ · Merlot Sicilia Menfi DOC 2018, Planeta, Sizilien
Sito dell'Ulmo · Merlot Sicilia Menfi DOC 2018

Planeta, Sicily

Sicilian Merlot of intense ruby color and bright red reflections. On the nose blackcurrant, ripe plums and candied violets. Full-bodied, velvety and densely woven on the palate. Well balanced tannins and persistent finish. - Gerardo [TS08/19]

"Strong garnet red with black reflections. Pronounced nuances of ripe wild berries, blueberry jam, some malt coffee and dark chocolate, toasted aromas on the nose. Spans a wide dress on the palate, with grippy tannin, shows fresh game, well integrated wood use, reverberates with fine spice long." - Falstaff


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´Eruzione 1614´ · Carricante DOC 2020, Planeta, Sizilien
Eruzione 1614 · Carricante DOC 2020

Planeta, Sicily

Bright straw yellow color with light green reflections. On the nose apple notes, typical of wines from high altitude, white flowers, wild honey. Well recognizable mineral notes reminiscent of mint. The wine is still young with primary olfactory notes that evolve with time. Acidity and freshness, as befits wines from Aetna. Long and persistent, full-bodied. - Gerardo [TS08/21]

"Bright, rich straw yellow. Opens with fragrant notes of flint, fragrant bergamot, some peach, very appealing. Taut and clear on the palate, lots of juicy peach, so right to bite into, fresh and very good tension, citrus on the finish." - Falstaff


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´Sul Vulcano´ · Etna Bianco DOC 2021, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Sul Vulcano · Etna Bianco DOC 2021

Donnafugata, Sicily

This Etna Bianco is obtained exclusively from Carricante grapes and shows a brilliant straw yellow in the glass. In the fragrance fine aromatic herbal notes as well as citrus and flint. In the drink engaging, fresh and mineral. An elegant and complex white wine. - Gerardo [TS06/22]

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´Sul Vulcano´ · Etna Rosato DOC 2022, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Sul Vulcano · Etna Rosato DOC 2022

Donnafugata, Sicily

Delicate, light pink color in the glass. On the nose of flowers, light plum and pink grapefruit. Fresh and mineral on the palate, typical of wine from Etna. - Gerardo [TS06/23]

"Civet, wild plum, sweet cherry. In the mouth substantial, taut, harvested early, disciplined in alcohol, vital in acidity, not immensely complex but with refreshing character and good length. Terrace wine type." - Falstaff


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´Sul Vulcano´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2020, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Sul Vulcano · Etna Rosso DOC 2020

Donnafugata, Sicily

Elegant Etna Rosso of bright ruby color with hints of wild berries, wild flowers, cinnamon and nutmeg on the nose. Fresh and lively on the palate with moderate tannins. Leaves a harmonious impression with a long and balanced finish. - Gerardo [TS06/21]

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Passito di Noto DOC 2020, Planeta, Sizilien
Passito di Noto DOC 2020

Planeta, Sicily

Brilliant golden yellow. Dense of dried apricots, of mango, orange peel, medlars, dates, pistachio cream and vanilla, also of citrus. The fruitiness then blends with aromas of Darjeeling tea, mimosa and orange blossom, ginger and sesame. Reminiscent of Sicilian patisserie. The sweetness gracefully overrides the acidity and alcohol. The wine flows creamy, dense, almost with difficulty. The acidity makes it lively and leads to a lush and very long finish - Gerardo [TS08/21]

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Passito di Noto DOC 2021, Planeta, Sizilien
Passito di Noto DOC 2021

Planeta, Sicily

Brilliant golden yellow. Dense of dried apricots, of mango, orange peel, medlars, dates, pistachio cream and vanilla, also of citrus. The fruitiness then blends with aromas of Darjeeling tea, mimosa and orange blossom, ginger and sesame. Reminiscent of Sicilian patisserie. The sweetness gracefully overrides the acidity and alcohol. The wine flows creamy, dense, almost with difficulty. The acidity makes it lively and leads to a lush and very long finish - Gerardo [TS08/22]

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´Cometa´ · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2021, Planeta, Sizilien
Cometa · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2021

Planeta, Sicily

Deep straw yellow with pronounced greenish reflections. Intense, almost penetrating. Aromatic nuances mainly of white peach, pineapple, tangerine, peppermint, reminiscent of Mediterranean flora such as chamomile and wild thyme. Powerful and elegant, Cometa moves dynamically between gentle sensations and pronounced scents of the seashore. The finish is rich in aromas and varietal nuances and of remarkable longevity. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

"Sparkling, rich straw yellow. Intense and at the same time finely marked nose, opens with notes of exotic fruit, lychee and mango, but also lots of peach, some lemon in the background. Very fresh on the attack, juicy yellow fruit notes, present, well-integrated acidity gives tension, creamy on the back end with very good weight, juicy." - Falstaff

"Extremely aromatic on the nose, white nougat, pistachio, mango, papaya; focused and compact on the palate, again white nougat, almond and honey, animating acidity." - Weinwirtschaft


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´Rosso del Soprano´ IGT 2016, Palari, Sizilien
Rosso del Soprano IGT 2016

Palari, Sicily

The second wine of Palari shows a ruby red color and an aroma reminiscent of ripe fruit and underlined by spicy herbs. Pleasantly enveloping on the palate, with full body and fruity finish. - Gerardo [TS07/17]

"Bright ruby red. In the nose earthy nuances, strongly spicy, lightly of fruit tea, then rose hips and iodine. On the palate with cool, clear fruit, embedded in tightly woven tannins, with pressure and slight tasting on the finish." - Falstaff

"Bright and lively ruby garnet red. Clear and elegant aromatic profile, with nuances of pomegranate, strawberry, blood orange and light spicy notes of cardamom and pink pepper. The palate is warm, powerful and salty, lively, with excellent body and a wonderfully long finish." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Santa Cecilia´ · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2018, Planeta, Sizilien
Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2018

Planeta, Sicily

Purple red with violet tones. Lively and typical of the Nero d'Avola of the Noto area: red fruits such as plums, currants and licorice. This is followed by carob, peppercorns and fig preserves, also mustard. Here it is not the weight of the tannin that matters, but rather its density. The palate exerts a centrifugal action, spreading the fragrance from the center outward, filling every nook and cranny with angular matter. - Gerardo [TS08/19]

"Elegant bright ruby red. On the nose of blood oranges, rose hips, sealing wax and wild strawberries. The palate is precise, fresh and clear, spans the tongue with plenty of juice and fruit, balanced finish with a slight salt." - Falstaff


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´Santa Cecilia´ · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2019, Planeta, Sizilien
Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2019

Planeta, Sicily

Purple red with violet tones. Lively and typical of the Nero d'Avola of the Noto area: red fruits such as plums, currants and licorice. This is followed by carob, peppercorns and fig preserves, also mustard. Here it is not the weight of the tannin that matters, but rather its density. The palate exerts a centrifugal action, spreading the fragrance from the center outward, filling every nook and cranny with angular matter. - Gerardo [TS08/20]

"Elegant bright ruby red. On the nose of blood oranges, rose hips, sealing wax and wild strawberries. The palate is precise, fresh and clear, spans the tongue with plenty of juice and fruit, balanced finish with a slight salt." - Falstaff


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´Feudo di Mezzo´ Etna Rosso DOC 2016, Cottanera, Sizilien
Feudo di Mezzo Etna Rosso DOC 2016

Cottanera, Sicily

This Etna Rosso comes from the Cru site Contrada Feudo di Mezzo and presents a bright garnet color in the glass. On the nose, typical floral notes and hints of ripe red fruit. On the palate of great structure, with dense and present tannins. The long finish is indicative of the storability of this wine. - Gerardo

"Powerful, bright ruby garnet. Opens with earthy metallic notes, plus ripe plums and some wild raspberry. Substantial and powerful on the palate, plenty of grippy, savory tannin, finishing with pronounced earthy notes." - Falstaff

"Intense ruby red. Very typical aromas on the nose, intense and involving, with initial spicy notes of cardamom and vanilla, then red currant and blood orange. Elegant on the palate, with dense but velvety tannins, compact, lively body and excellent length on the finish." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Noà´ · Sicilia DOC 2016, Cusumano, Sizilien
Noà · Sicilia DOC 2016

Cusumano, Sicily

Noá - one of the most famous Cusumano wines - is a refined blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This red wine presents itself with dark red color and black core. The bouquet is intensely Mediterranean, reminiscent of cassis, morello cherry, tobacco and spices. The palate shows juicy, concentrated fruit, is spicy, powerful and complex, as well as having a long finish. - Gerardo [TS12/17]

"Intense and dark ruby red. Typical very distinct aromatic profile with balsamic notes, blueberry, raspberry, light nuances of capers and woody hints on the nose. Full-bodied and warm on the palate, dense tannins, partly through the wood, optimal body and nice finish, long and involving." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Cometa´ · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2022, Planeta, Sizilien
Cometa · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2022

Planeta, Sicily

Deep straw yellow with pronounced greenish reflections. Intense, almost penetrating. Aromatic nuances mainly of white peach, pineapple, tangerine, peppermint, reminiscent of Mediterranean flora such as chamomile and wild thyme. Powerful and elegant, Cometa moves dynamically between gentle sensations and pronounced scents of the seashore. The finish is rich in aromas and varietal nuances and of remarkable longevity. - Gerardo [TS08/23]

"Sparkling, rich straw yellow. Intense and at the same time finely marked nose, opens with notes of exotic fruit, lychee and mango, but also lots of peach, some lemon in the background. Very fresh on the attack, juicy yellow fruit notes, present, well-integrated acidity gives tension, creamy on the back end with very good weight, juicy." - Falstaff

"Extremely aromatic on the nose, white nougat, pistachio, mango, papaya; focused and compact on the palate, again white nougat, almond and honey, animating acidity." - Weinwirtschaft


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Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2022, Planeta, Sizilien
Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2022

Planeta, Sicily

Golden yellow with vivid greenish reflections. Intense fruity aroma with notes of peach mousse, black figs, roses and vanilla cream. Finishes with light notes of hazelnut and orange blossom honey, with slight hints of wood masked by the fruit notes. Full-bodied and refreshing on the palate. The marked balance is supported by a powerful acidity, rich in mineral salts and persistent extracts. - Gerardo [TS08/23]

"Powerful, bright golden yellow, sparkles. Appealing nose with a basket of tropical fruits, baby pineapple, mango and papaya, plus notes of orange blossom and chamomile. Very juicy on the attack and course, good tension, spreads with a fine melt, long finish, subtle caramel notes." - Falstaff
"Bright golden yellow. Elegant aromas, sweeping notes of pineapple, citrus, beeswax, white flowers and nuances of toasted almonds The palate is compact and soft, although enlivened by a lively acidity that gives freshness and dynamism to the taste. The finish is persistent and juicy with notes of licorice, very long." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)

"Distinctly nutty, lightly toasty and with a slight fierce reduction, candied citrus, tangerine and pineapple; on the palate the toasted notes intensify, toast, in duet with the fruity melt." - Weinwirtschaft

"Sicilian sunshine in a bottle! And it's Chardonnay! The nose and palate are rich and round with the most vibrant acidity lifting that weight, giving the wine excellent depth and refreshment." - Vinepair, The 30 Best Chardonnays


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´Sàgana´ · Sicilia DOC 2017, Cusumano, Sizilien
Sàgana · Sicilia DOC 2017

Cusumano, Sicily

Sàgana, a single varietal Nero d'Avola of sparkling ruby color and black core. The beguiling aroma is reminiscent of dark berries, spices and licorice. Mouth-filling fruit, while fresh and balanced and of long finish. - Gerardo [TS12/18]

"Intense and dark ruby red. Typical notes of capers, sour cherries, spicy aromas, plum and vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied on the palate, salty, lively and youthful, with tannins evident but not dried out. The finish is warm and persistent." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Noà´ · Sicilia DOC 2017, Cusumano, Sizilien
Noà · Sicilia DOC 2017

Cusumano, Sicily

Noá - one of the most famous Cusumano wines - is a refined blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This red wine presents itself with dark red color and black core. The bouquet is intensely Mediterranean, reminiscent of cassis, morello cherry, tobacco and spices. The palate shows juicy, concentrated fruit, is spicy, powerful and complex, as well as having a long finish. - Gerardo [TS12/18]

"Intense and dark ruby red. Typical very distinct aromatic profile with balsamic notes, blueberry, raspberry, light nuances of capers and woody hints on the nose. Full-bodied and warm on the palate, dense tannins, partly through the wood, optimal body and nice finish, long and involving." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Sàgana´ · Sicilia DOC 2019, Cusumano, Sizilien
Sàgana · Sicilia DOC 2019

Cusumano, Sicily

Sàgana, a single varietal Nero d'Avola of sparkling ruby color and black core. The beguiling aroma is reminiscent of dark berries, spices and licorice. Mouth-filling fruit, while fresh and balanced and of long finish. - Gerardo [TS12/20]

"Intense and dark ruby red. Typical notes of capers, sour cherries, spicy aromas, plum and vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied on the palate, salty, lively and youthful, with tannins evident but not dried out. The finish is warm and persistent." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)

"Dark, almost impenetrable ruby red. On the nose rich chocolate notes, ripe cassis, Amarena cherries and slightly vegetal. Gripping and powerful on the palate, spreads wide, opens on pithy wide-meshed tannins, hearty on the finish." - Falstaff


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Chiarandà · Chardonnay C.E. DOC 2021, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Chiarandà · Chardonnay C.E. DOC 2021

Donnafugata, Sicily

The majestic Chardonnay 'Chiarandà' was christened after the two vineyards from which the Chardonnay and Ansonica grapes originate. The bouquet is enveloping and complex, with hints of yellow apples and vanilla bean. The palate has an imposing structure, rounded and with a creamy texture. - Gerardo [TS06/22]

"Intense, bright straw yellow. On the nose of lush pear, banana, the finest bourbon vanilla and white chocolate. On the palate buttery and creamy, smears thickly over the tongue, opens increasingly on salty tones in the back, powerful, reverberates long.'- Falstaff


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´Eruzione 1614´ · Pinot-Nero IGT 2020, Planeta, Sizilien
Eruzione 1614 · Pinot-Nero IGT 2020

Planeta, Sicily

Only on a small area is grown this pure Pinot Nero, although Pinot Noir has been cultivated for centuries, although on a small scale in the area around Etna. The result is an absolutely original version of this noble grape variety. - Gerardo [TS08/21]

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´Eruzione 1614´ · Riesling IGT 2020, Planeta, Sizilien
Eruzione 1614 · Riesling IGT 2020

Planeta, Sicily

Pale yellow color with greenish reflections. The nose is overwhelmed by notes of rosehip, white peach, jasmine, green tea and orange blossom. The palate is slender and agile, well balanced and light. This Riesling worth tasting comes from an experimental trial planting on the northern slopes of Etna. - Gerardo [TS08/21]

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´Alta Mora Feudo di Mezzo´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2015, Cusumano, Sizilien
Alta Mora Feudo di Mezzo · Etna Rosso DOC 2015

Cusumano, Sicily

The vines of Contrada Feudo di Mezzo are on average 100 years old and stand on volcanic weathered soils at an altitude of about 650 meters. This Etna Rosso is dark garnet red color in the glass. The aroma is red berry and broad with hints of spice. On the palate thickly packed fruit, balanced and elegant, long lasting. - Gerardo [TS12/16]

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´Alta Mora Feudo di Mezzo´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2016, Cusumano, Sizilien
Alta Mora Feudo di Mezzo · Etna Rosso DOC 2016

Cusumano, Sicily

The vines of Contrada Feudo di Mezzo are on average 100 years old and stand on volcanic weathered soils at an altitude of about 650 meters. This Etna Rosso is dark garnet red color in the glass. The aroma is red berry and broad with hints of spice. On the palate thickly packed fruit, balanced and elegant, long lasting. - Gerardo [TS12/17]

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´Eruzione 1614´ · Pinot-Nero IGT 2021, Planeta, Sizilien
Eruzione 1614 · Pinot-Nero IGT 2021

Planeta, Sicily

Only on a small area is grown this pure Pinot Nero, although Pinot Noir has been cultivated for centuries, although on a small scale in the area around Etna. The result is an absolutely original version of this noble grape variety. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

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´Alta Mora Guardiola´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2016, Cusumano, Sizilien
Alta Mora Guardiola · Etna Rosso DOC 2016

Cusumano, Sicily

Guardiola is one of the most famous top vineyards on the northeast slope of Mount Etna. The vines, with roots on average 150 years old, are located at an altitude of 900 to 1,000 meters on terraces bordered by dry stone walls, a total of two hectares. They are surrounded by scrub and trees, a picture of absolute scenic beauty.

The color is a dark garnet red, the aroma is intense Mediterranean of ripe wild berries, sandalwood and tobacco. The taste is reminiscent of the Burgundian style, fruity, great melt, mineral. - Gerardo [TS12/17]

"Bright, brightening ruby with light rim. Opens with spicy notes, of white pepper and allspice, then cherry and red currant. Grippy, grippy tannin, saline, showing plenty of present fruit on the back end, finishing with firm pressure." - Falstaff
"Vibrant ruby garnet. Spicy and fruity aromas on the nose, complex and elegant, with light hints of blackcurrant, cardamom, underbrush, wild strawberry and blood orange. Delicate and lively on the palate, youthful but promising and already velvety tannins, extracted body, powerful, elegant, aristocratic and of excellent length. Great wine." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Alta Mora Guardiola´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2015, Cusumano, Sizilien
Alta Mora Guardiola · Etna Rosso DOC 2015

Cusumano, Sicily

Guardiola is one of the most famous top vineyards on the northeast slope of Mount Etna. The vines, with roots on average 150 years old, are located at an altitude of 900 to 1,000 meters on terraces bordered by dry stone walls, a total of two hectares. They are surrounded by scrub and trees, a picture of absolute scenic beauty.

The color is a dark garnet red, the aroma is intense Mediterranean of ripe wild berries, sandalwood and tobacco. The taste is reminiscent of the Burgundian style, fruity, great melt, mineral. - Gerardo [TS12/16]

"Bright, brightening ruby with light rim. Opens with spicy notes, of white pepper and allspice, then cherry and red currant. Grippy, grippy tannin, saline, showing plenty of present fruit on the back end, finishing with firm pressure." - Falstaff
"Vibrant ruby garnet. Spicy and fruity aromas on the nose, complex and elegant, with light hints of blackcurrant, cardamom, underbrush, wild strawberry and blood orange. Delicate and lively on the palate, youthful but promising and already velvety tannins, extracted body, powerful, elegant, aristocratic and of excellent length. Great wine." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Noà´ · Sicilia DOC 2020, Cusumano, Sizilien
Noà · Sicilia DOC 2020

Cusumano, Sicily

Noá - one of the most famous Cusumano wines - is a refined blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This red wine presents itself with dark red color and black core. The bouquet is intensely Mediterranean, reminiscent of cassis, morello cherry, tobacco and spices. The palate shows juicy, concentrated fruit, is spicy, powerful and complex, as well as having a long finish. - Gerardo [TS12/21]

"Intense and dark ruby red. Typical very distinct aromatic profile with balsamic notes, blueberry, raspberry, light nuances of capers and woody hints on the nose. Full-bodied and warm on the palate, dense tannins, partly through the wood, optimal body and nice finish, long and involving." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)


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´Tancredi´ · Sicilia Rosso IGT 2018 (1er Geschenkverpackung), Donnafugata, Sizilien
Tancredi · Sicilia Rosso IGT 2018 (1er Geschenkverpackung)

Donnafugata, Sicily

Elegant and full-bodied red wine made from Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aroma of cherries, sour cherries and spices, with subtle hints of coconut and some mint. On the palate of broad flavor, perfectly integrated tannins and present finish. - Gerardo [TS06/24]

"Intense, dark ruby red. Aromas of Mediterranean herbs, small red fruits, lightly smoked and autumnal undergrowth on the nose. Dense and progressive structure on the palate, thanks to the youthful and elegant tannins and a good spiciness. The finish is powerful and juicy." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)
"Brilliant ruby with a slight garnet sheen. Intense and precise nose, opens with spicy notes, also some resin, behind ripe plum. Taut, dense tannin on the palate, opens in many layers, firm and gripping, dark berries on the finish." - Falstaff


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´Faro´ DOC 2015, Palari, Sizilien
Faro DOC 2015

Palari, Sicily

The Faro shows a bright ruby color in the glass. The bouquet is fresh and complex, with extensive notes of cinnamon, black pepper, blueberries and cherries. The palate is rich and punchy, while balanced and of great persistence. - Gerardo [TS07/16]

"Noble, dark ruby with rusty brown reflections. In the nose balsamic-spicy, of wet stone, medicinal, reverberation of ripe cranberries. On the palate earthy-ferrous, opens with grip, clear fruit with a marked spicy course, has its own character, slightly drying on the finish, should be decanted beforehand." - Falstaff

"Intense garnet ruby red. More developed than in other versions, the nose has notes of strawberry jam, black currant, tamarind and ethereal hints of cherry brandy. Powerful on the palate, warm, with extended and velvety tannins, excellent length." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)

"Mit seiner Struktur, Eleganz und Komplexität öffnet sich dieser überzeugende Wein mit Aromen von Waldbeeren, mediterraner Macchia, neuem Leder und einem Hauch von gepflügter Erde. Geschmeidig und umhüllend, zeigt der strahlende Gaumen eine große Tiefe an Aromen, darunter saftige rote Kirsche, zerdrückte Erdbeere und Lakritze, die durch eine anregende mineralische Spannung ausgeglichen werden. Er ist tadellos ausgewogen, mit straffen, raffinierten Tanninen und frischer Säure." - Wine Enthusiast


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´Fragore´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2018, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Fragore · Etna Rosso DOC 2018

Donnafugata, Sicily

Fragore, an Etna Rosso obtained from the Nerello Mascalese grape variety, shows a bright ruby red color. The bouquet is deep and reminiscent of sweet tobacco, nutmeg and currant, followed by balsamic notes and hints of flint. Complex and elegant on the palate, of marked minerality and present tannins, persistent on the finish. - Gerardo [TS06/19]

"Medium dense ruby with garnet glints. Opens on nuances of fresh blackberry, wild berry yogurt, the finest nougat cream and flint. Comes with compact structure, shows grip and plenty of minerality, stout tannin settles over the tongue, rich in body, pushes again on the palate on the finish." - Falstaff


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´Mille e una Notte´ · C.E. DOC 2018, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Mille e una Notte · C.E. DOC 2018

Donnafugata, Sicily

Mille e una Notte is the flagship of Donnafugata: the rich bouquet captivates with floral notes, balsamic hints and hints of tobacco. On the palate, of convincing individual character and good balance between the alcoholic component and the soft tannins. Without exaggeration, this Nero d'Avola is a wine like from a thousand and one nights. - Gerardo [TS06/19]

"Intense and impenetrable color. Mediterranean aroma with notes of dark olives, summer undergrowth and candied lemon. The palate is dense, muscular but with energy and verticality thanks to the refined tannins and good salinity. The finish is intense, spicy, catchy and very long lasting." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)
"Dark, elegant ruby red. On the nose of many ripe dark berries, underpinned by delicate spicy tones, a touch of precious wood and milk chocolate round out the bouquet. Very juicy on the palate with bright fruit, supported by grippy tannin, balsamic mineral touch, lightly earthy, pressured finish, good length." - Falstaff


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´Contrada Marchesa´ · Etna Rosso DOC 2018, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Contrada Marchesa · Etna Rosso DOC 2018

Donnafugata, Sicily

With bright ruby red, Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Marchesa presents a fragrant bouquet with notes of small red berries, spicy notes and undergrowth, followed by balsamic nuances and a slight mineral note. On the palate, this Etna Rosso stands out for its great balance, characterized by good freshness and structure. The fine tannic structure prolongs the finish and highlights the elegance of this Etna Cru. - Gerardo [TS06/19]

"Sparkling, slightly brightening ruby red. Complex aromas of ripe heart cherries, currant, tea leaves, some licorice, thyme in the background, slightly iodine. Hits the palate juicy, shows up lively on the finish, with nice harmony and pressure, seems delicate and lingers long on the palate." - Falstaff


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´Mille e una Notte´ · C.E. DOC 2019, Donnafugata, Sizilien
Mille e una Notte · C.E. DOC 2019

Donnafugata, Sicily

Mille e una Notte is the flagship of Donnafugata: the rich bouquet captivates with floral notes, balsamic hints and hints of tobacco. On the palate, of convincing individual character and good balance between the alcoholic component and the soft tannins. Without exaggeration, this Nero d'Avola is a wine like from a thousand and one nights. - Gerardo [TS06/20]

"Intense and impenetrable color. Mediterranean aroma with notes of dark olives, summer undergrowth and candied lemon. The palate is dense, muscular but with energy and verticality thanks to the refined tannins and good salinity. The finish is intense, spicy, catchy and very long lasting." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)
"Dark, elegant ruby red. On the nose of many ripe dark berries, underpinned by delicate spicy tones, a touch of precious wood and milk chocolate round out the bouquet. Very juicy on the palate with bright fruit, supported by grippy tannin, balsamic mineral touch, lightly earthy, pressured finish, good length." - Falstaff


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´Didacus´ · Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019, Planeta, Sizilien
Didacus · Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019

Planeta, Sicily

"The back label of the two Didacus wines - the white from Chardonnay, the red from Cabernet Franc - reads: 'This bottle contains our vision of wine. Elegance and tradition. Family and future. Sicily as we have always dreamed of it.' Menfi and its vineyards between the sea and the hills, as a place of choice for growing French varieties - almost a Bolgheri of the South - is a vision that has accompanied the Planeta family since the mid-1980s." - Falstaff

"The 2019 Chardonnay Didacus is a pretty golden color. An exotic mix of crushed yellow apples and hints of peach is complemented by almond extract, vanilla custard and sweet smoke. This is seamlessly silky and nearly oily in feel, communicating undeniable elegance, with confectionery spices mixing with saline-minerals to create a push and pull of tension, as ripe orchard fruits settle upon the senses. The 2019 finishes impossibly long with a perfectly integrated hint of oak that lingers, which is more of an accent than a distraction, as a bitter trace of hazelnut slowly fades. This classy rendition of Didacus ranks among the top Italian Chardonnays that I’ve ever tasted." - Vinous

"The Didacus comes from the Contrada Ulmo from a plot planted in 1985. The fact that today more than 3,000 hectares of vineyards in Sicily are planted with Chardonnay certainly has a lot to do with Diego Planeta." - Weinwirtschaft


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´Didacus´ · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2017, Planeta, Sizilien
Didacus · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2017

Planeta, Sicily

"The back label of the two Didacus wines - the white from Chardonnay, the red from Cabernet Franc - reads: 'This bottle contains our vision of wine. Elegance and tradition. Family and future. Sicily as we have always dreamed of it.' Menfi and its vineyards between the sea and the hills, as a place of choice for growing French varieties - almost a Bolgheri of the South - is a vision that has accompanied the Planeta family since the mid-1980s." - Falstaff

"The 2017 Cabernet Franc Didacus is dark, deep and intense, with arching blue florals giving way to masses of currants, plums and licorice. It’s silky with a dense wave of mineral-tinged black fruits carried across a core of motivating acidity that lifts the expression nicely. This leaves tart wild berries, along with hints of mocha over a coating of sweet tannins, coming across as structured yet also remarkably fresh. The heat of the vintage has pushed the volume up on the 2017 Cabernet Franc Didacus and while more-classic vintages will likely outpace it in the cellar over time, the balance here is beautiful." - Vinous


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´Didacus´ · Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2021, Planeta, Sizilien
Didacus · Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2021

Planeta, Sicily

"The back label of the two Didacus wines - the white from Chardonnay, the red from Cabernet Franc - reads: 'This bottle contains our vision of wine. Elegance and tradition. Family and future. Sicily as we have always dreamed of it.' Menfi and its vineyards between the sea and the hills, as a place of choice for growing French varieties - almost a Bolgheri of the South - is a vision that has accompanied the Planeta family since the mid-1980s." - Falstaff

"The 2019 Chardonnay Didacus is a pretty golden color. An exotic mix of crushed yellow apples and hints of peach is complemented by almond extract, vanilla custard and sweet smoke. This is seamlessly silky and nearly oily in feel, communicating undeniable elegance, with confectionery spices mixing with saline-minerals to create a push and pull of tension, as ripe orchard fruits settle upon the senses. The 2019 finishes impossibly long with a perfectly integrated hint of oak that lingers, which is more of an accent than a distraction, as a bitter trace of hazelnut slowly fades. This classy rendition of Didacus ranks among the top Italian Chardonnays that I’ve ever tasted." - Vinous

"The Didacus comes from the Contrada Ulmo from a plot planted in 1985. The fact that today more than 3,000 hectares of vineyards in Sicily are planted with Chardonnay certainly has a lot to do with Diego Planeta." - Weinwirtschaft


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´Didacus´ · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2018, Planeta, Sizilien
Didacus · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2018

Planeta, Sicily

"The back label of the two Didacus wines - the white from Chardonnay, the red from Cabernet Franc - reads: 'This bottle contains our vision of wine. Elegance and tradition. Family and future. Sicily as we have always dreamed of it.' Menfi and its vineyards between the sea and the hills, as a place of choice for growing French varieties - almost a Bolgheri of the South - is a vision that has accompanied the Planeta family since the mid-1980s." - Falstaff

"The 2017 Cabernet Franc Didacus is dark, deep and intense, with arching blue florals giving way to masses of currants, plums and licorice. It’s silky with a dense wave of mineral-tinged black fruits carried across a core of motivating acidity that lifts the expression nicely. This leaves tart wild berries, along with hints of mocha over a coating of sweet tannins, coming across as structured yet also remarkably fresh. The heat of the vintage has pushed the volume up on the 2017 Cabernet Franc Didacus and while more-classic vintages will likely outpace it in the cellar over time, the balance here is beautiful." - Vinous


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´Contrada Marchesa´ · Etna Rosso MAGNUM DOC 2018 (1er Holzkiste), Donnafugata, Sizilien
Contrada Marchesa · Etna Rosso MAGNUM DOC 2018 (1er Holzkiste)

Donnafugata, Sicily

With bright ruby red, Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Marchesa presents a fragrant bouquet with notes of small red berries, spicy notes and undergrowth, followed by balsamic nuances and a slight mineral note. On the palate, this Etna Rosso stands out for its great balance, characterized by good freshness and structure. The fine tannic structure prolongs the finish and highlights the elegance of this Etna Cru. - Gerardo [TS06/19]

"Sparkling, slightly brightening ruby red. Complex aromas of ripe heart cherries, currant, tea leaves, some licorice, thyme in the background, slightly iodine. Hits the palate juicy, shows up lively on the finish, with nice harmony and pressure, seems delicate and lingers long on the palate." - Falstaff


Includes a wooden box.
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´Mille e una Notte´ · C.E. MAGNUM DOC 2019 (1er Holzkiste), Donnafugata, Sizilien
Mille e una Notte · C.E. MAGNUM DOC 2019 (1er Holzkiste)

Donnafugata, Sicily

Mille e una Notte is the flagship of Donnafugata: the rich bouquet captivates with floral notes, balsamic hints and hints of tobacco. On the palate, of convincing individual character and good balance between the alcoholic component and the soft tannins. Without exaggeration, this Nero d'Avola is a wine like from a thousand and one nights. - Gerardo [TS06/20]

"Intense and impenetrable color. Mediterranean aroma with notes of dark olives, summer undergrowth and candied lemon. The palate is dense, muscular but with energy and verticality thanks to the refined tannins and good salinity. The finish is intense, spicy, catchy and very long lasting." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)
"Dark, elegant ruby red. On the nose of many ripe dark berries, underpinned by delicate spicy tones, a touch of precious wood and milk chocolate round out the bouquet. Very juicy on the palate with bright fruit, supported by grippy tannin, balsamic mineral touch, lightly earthy, pressured finish, good length." - Falstaff


Includes a wooden box.
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Sicily | Wine region | Buy at Gerardo

Sicily is the largest island in Italy and has a long and rich history in viticulture. The island has ideal conditions for growing grapes, with warm and sunny climate and volcanic soils that give the wine a unique mineral note. Sicily is known for its autochthonous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese and Inzolia. Nero d'Avola is the most widely planted variety on the island and is produced in many different regions. Nerello Mascalese and Inzolia are old varieties grown mainly in the Etna and Alcamo regions.

The wine producing areas in Sicily are divided into the regions of the west coast, the center of the island and the southeast. The west coast and center island regions are known for their wines made from the Nero d'Avola variety and the southeast region is known for its wines made from the Nerello Mascalese and Inzolia varieties. In recent years, viticulture in Sicily has developed greatly and many winemakers rely on modern technologies and methods to make their wines even better. For example, they use modern cellar technology and age their wines longer to achieve more depth and complexity. There are also more and more winemakers who specialize in organic and sustainable farming.

Some winemakers in Sicily have also begun to grow international grape varieties such as Syrah and Chardonnay to diversify their offerings and meet the tastes of different customers. Overall, viticulture in Sicily has developed impressively in recent years and the island has established itself as one of the most interesting and promising wine-growing areas in Italy. The variety of autochthonous grape varieties and the combination of traditional and modern techniques make the wines from Sicily special and unique. - Gerardo [TS01/23]