Planeta | Sicily

La Segreta · Il Bianco IGT 2023 (Bio)

Straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections. Rich and tangy on the nose. Hints of green citrus, lime and bergamot, peach and white melon. Fresh and full-bodied, with a fresh acidity that prolongs and balances the flavor. Fine and aromatic on the finish. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

"Pale straw yellow. Very restrained on the nose, light yellow fruit. Creamy palate entry with melting body, fruit-driven mid-palate, pleasant and well-integrated acidity on the finish." - Falstaff

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La Segreta · Grillo DOC 2023 (Bio)

Pale yellow color with green reflections. On the nose, varietal and primary aromas of citrus, white peach and tropical fruit. Fresh and soft on the palate. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

"Pale shimmering greenish yellow. Comes on the nose fresh meadow herbs, peach blossom, a touch of orange zest. Gentle attack with well-integrated acidity, pleasantly mineral, builds good tension, then slight restraint on the back end, finishes on salted lime." - Falstaff

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La Segreta · Nero d' Avola DOC 2021

Ruby red color with violet reflections. Typical aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, berries underpinned by spice. Full and tannic on the palate, yet not excessive. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

"Sparkling ruby red with brightening rim. Fine toasty aromas meet the nose, fresh cedar, small red berries, cranberries, a hint of rosemary. Lively on the nose, shows fine embedded tannin in interplay with the acidity, animating, juicy, runs narrowly together at the back, reverberates markedly fruity." - Falstaff

La Segreta · Il Rosso DOC 2021

Ruby red with violet reflections. La Segreta Rosso is fruity and fresh on the nose. In the foreground currants, mulberries, raspberries and cooked plums, held together by cocoa and toasted notes. Fresh and soft tannins, well balanced acidity. The Nero d'Avola gives way to the density of the Merlot, with the Syrah acting as a link. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

Rosé Sicilia DOC 2023 (Bio)

Pale pink color with light reddish reflections. On the nose red berry fruits such as strawberries, pomegranate; floral and tropical notes in the background. Fresh on the palate, light, good balance between softness and balanced acidity. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

"Bright, delicate old pink. Fine and fragrant nose, opens with notes of strawberry and raspberry, also some sour cherry. Fresh on the palate, lots of juicy fruit, of peach and strawberry, racy acidity, very good drinking flow, an ideal partner for a balmy summer evening." - Falstaff

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Frappato Sicilia Vittoria DOC 2020

Pure varietal Frappato of ruby red color and violet reflections. On the nose the typical scents of roses, citrus and ripe fruit. The palate is soft and full, slightly spicy and with a pleasant balsamic finish. - Gerardo [TS08/21]

"Delicate, brightening ruby with fine garnet shimmer. Fine nose with pronounced notes of strawberry, pomegranate and blood orange. Fresh and sparkling on the palate, also shows fine strawberry fruit, gently hinted tannin, enjoyed cool an ideal red for hot days." - Falstaff

Allemanda · Moscato di Noto DOC 2022 (Bio)

Pure varietal, filigree Moscato from Noto: Intense yellow with greenish reflections. On the nose clear and enveloping notes of hibiscus, peach, jasmine, green tea and orange blossom. On the palate fresh, smooth and balanced. - Gerardo [TS08/23]

"Fragrant as a May morning, white flowers, blood orange, ginger, elderflower and shrub basil; dry and spicy on the palate, with fine saltiness embedded in slightly chalky texture that buffers the delicate tart finish." - Weinwirtschaft

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Frappato Sicilia Vittoria DOC 2022

Pure varietal Frappato of ruby red color and violet reflections. On the nose the typical scents of roses, citrus and ripe fruit. The palate is soft and full, slightly spicy and with a pleasant balsamic finish. - Gerardo [TS08/23]

"Delicate, brightening ruby with fine garnet shimmer. Fine nose with pronounced notes of strawberry, pomegranate and blood orange. Fresh and sparkling on the palate, also shows fine strawberry fruit, gently hinted tannin, enjoyed cool an ideal red for hot days." - Falstaff

Alastro · Sicilia Menfi Bianco DOC 2023 (Bio)

Straw yellow with greenish reflections. Fragrant scent of white peach from Etna and ripe white honeydew melon, followed by subtly sweet sensations reminiscent of white chocolate and meringue. Lush on the palate, full, surprisingly soft, supported on an acidity that highlights its freshness. Unexpected finish with pronounced floral notes. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

"Brightest straw yellow. Mineral and restrained on the nose, subtle hints of coconut and flint. On the palate carried by superficial juiciness, exciting, opens on fine play with lively drink, good length." - Falstaff

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Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2021

Ruby red color with bright pink reflections. The nose recalls small red fruits such as strawberries and cherries, some prickly pear and ginger. Full and persistent on the palate, characterized more by freshness than concentration. A wine with personality and recognition. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

"Bright, brilliant ruby red. In the nose very spicy herbs, thyme, rosemary, wild garlic, then raspberry, cherry, resinous in the reverberation. On the palate juicy and clear, opens on pithy tannin with a slight salt, taut, gripping in the finish." - Falstaff

Plumbago · Sicilia Nero d'Avola DOC 2021

This single varietal Nero d'Avola comes with intense red color and violet hues. The aroma is reminiscent of plums and ripe blackberries, underpinned by notes of cocoa and a little Sacher cake. On the palate, very restrained wood aromas and subtle tannins. - Gerardo [TS08/22]

"Bright ruby with violet shimmer. Opens with accented spicy notes, of cloves and green pepper, fine blueberries. Grip tannin with fine grain, lots of juicy fruit, very fresh." - Falstaff

Terebinto · Grillo Sicilia Menfi DOC 2023 (Bio)

The Sicilian grape variety Grillo is aromatic with scents of apricot, medlar and yellow flowers of beeswax. The color is a bright yellow with greenish reflections. Fresh and lively with a subtle alcoholic presence. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

"Decent fruity bouquet with notes of honeydew melon, grapefruit and salt lemon. Has a pleasantly fresh and inviting effect. Full-bodied on the palate, ripe acidity, some exotic fruit, lots of citrus, mineral character. Long finish." - Falstaff

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Olivenöl Extra Vergine Sicilia Tradizionale IGP 2023 (Bio)

This Sicilian olive oil is obtained from the local olive varieties Nocellara, Biancolilla and Cerasuola: Typical are the slightly grassy and herbaceous notes, which are underlined by hints of artichoke. On the palate it has a nice freshness, wonderfully mild and accompanied by a fine sweetness. - Gerardo [TS08/24]

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Etna Rosso DOC 2021

Etna Rosso of bright ruby color. The nose is reminiscent of 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 [TS08/22]

"Bright sparkling ruby red with transparent core. Small red berries on the nose, plus some sour cherry, black pepper and flint. Builds juicily, showing racy play on the palate, finely woven tannin, velvety, with good draw, tapered at the back, with precise fruit on the finish." - Falstaff

Contrada Taccione · Etna Bianco DOC 2022 (Bio)

Straw yellow color with light green reflections. In the nose apple notes, typical of wines from high altitudes. Well discernible mineral notes reminiscent of mint. The primary aromas evolve with time. Acidity and freshness, as befits the wines of Etna. Long and persistent, full-bodied. - Gerardo [TS08/23]

"Bright straw yellow. The nose is clearly of wet stone, a pinch of chamomile flower, then citrus and sea salt, even slightly medicinal on the finish. Taut on the palate, with present acidity and racy draw, tightens up nicely, with a juicy, salty finish, great fun in the glass." - Falstaff
"Bright straw yellow. Distinct aromatic profile, with notes of hydrocarbon, grapefruit, cedar, flint and wild flowers, very clear and refined. Lively and powerful on the palate with a lively acidity, fresh and vigorous, the finish is of rare elegance." - Daniele Cernilli (Doctor Wine)

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Burdese · Sicilia Menfi Rosso DOC 2018

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

Eruzione 1614 · Nerello Mascalese DOC 2019

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

Maroccoli · Syrah Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019

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

Sito dell'Ulmo · Merlot Sicilia Menfi DOC 2018

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

Passito di Noto DOC 2021

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]

Cometa · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2021

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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Passito di Noto DOC 2022

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 [TS08/23]

Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2019

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

Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2022

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

Cometa · Sicilia Menfi Fiano DOC 2022

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

Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2020

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 [TS08/21]

"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

Eruzione 1614 · Pinot-Nero IGT 2020

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]

Eruzione 1614 · Riesling IGT 2020

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]

Eruzione 1614 · Pinot-Nero IGT 2021

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]

Didacus · Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC 2019

"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

"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

"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

"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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