Planeta

Gorgeous ruby red with violet hues, hints of currants, mulberries and raspberries on the nose, held together by cyclamen and musky scents. On the palate, dense fruit, the tannins sweet and lively. A wonderful and authentic Sicilian. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Il Rosso La Segreta punches well above its price point, opening slowly to reveal a bouquet of wild berries, sweet herbs and hints of spiced orange. It’s silky and pliant with medium-bodied texture and ripe black fruits under an air of sweet tobacco. Fine tannins settle in but don’t get in the way as this tapers off energetic and fresh with lingering notes of licorice and dark chocolate." Vinous

"Enticing nose of red cherries and currants with spice and licorice notes. Then comes the warmhearted palate with a satisfying harmony of generous body, ripe fruit and a base of well-crafted tannins, Interesting iodine note at the finish." James Suckling

La Segreta, which takes its name from the surrounding woods near Ulmo, is a charming cuvée of Grecanico, Chardonnay, Viognier and Fiano. On the nose, a fresh, youthful citrus fruit and floral nuances, always balanced on the palate, with style and Sicilian personality. SUPERIORE.DE

2019 is the debut vintage for the first single-varietal La Segreta Rosso. Ruby red colour with violet reflections. On the nose, varietal aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, wild fruits and a flawless spiciness with traces of white smoke. On the palate, full and wide and of beautiful juiciness with very soft, well-integrated tannins and a beautiful, finely spicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

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

pepherbs, florals and hints of wild strawberry lift up from the 2019 Nero d'Avola La Segreta. It's soft and juicy in nature, with a smoky display of ripe red berries offset by a twang of spiced citrus. Violets, lavender and hints of pomegranate linger long, as this tapers off savory and classically dry." Vinous

La Segreta Bianco as 100% Grillo from the charming Ulmo region and the oldest winery of the Planeta family. Light straw yellow with green reflections. On the nose, lots of sea breeze with primary fruity notes of citrus, pear and oregano. Dry, fresh and taut on the palate with a fine salty note and a lot of desire for the next sip. SUPERIORE.DE

Fresh cuvée of Syrah and Nero d'Avola. Light and seductively scented of rose petals, pomegranate and wild strawberries, well balanced and soft on the palate, a pleasantly fine fruity rosato in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Golden yellow, fresh, aromatic muscat citrus scent, dry and balanced on the palate, with fine notes of elderflower and invigorating acidity. A beguilingly round wine with a long final and perfect acidity - for us one of the best dry Moscati in Italy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of white rose, ripe apricot and white grapefruit carry over to the savory palate alongside bright acidity. Tangy mineral notes linger on the close." Wine Enthusiast

With a fruity Mediterranean aroma of white and yellow fruits and a finely balanced, velvety-soft taste, the characterful Alastro seduces. A very aromatic and at the same time extremely fresh companion for many occasions! SUPERIORE.DE

The fourth vintage of the single-varietal Grillo is an exceedingly classic Sicilian, aromatic-fresh and intense on the nose with notes of pink grapefruit, balanced, taut and with plenty of pull on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

A pure Frappato is a rarity, because this very late-ripening grape variety is usually blended with others. Frappato grows on the sandy soils of Vittoria in south-eastern Sicily and produces a complex wine with race and character. The bouquet is floral with aromas of cherry and peach, on the palate notes of strawberry, slightly mineral and slender, reminiscent of apple and orange peel in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Plumbago is a single-varietal Nero d'Avola: Rich ruby-violet colour, powerful, slightly reductive bouquet with aromas of dark cherries, raspberries and some rosemary. Smooth, soft and almost light on the palate, beautiful blueberry notes and well-dosed tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

Cerasuolo di Vittoria - a seasoned local red with great tradition and just as much character. Typical fragrance of the wines from Vittoria: Aromas of red berries, cherries, prickly pear, ginger and fruit sweets. Tasty, extremely complex, fresh, lively and yet balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

The country dance (controdanza) is a typical dance in which man and woman face each other and unite in graceful movements - depending on their gender, the dancers interpret the music in their own way. This wine is exactly the same: Nero d'Aola and Merlot - as is well known, opposites attract and, with the right intuition, can adjust wonderfully to each other, forming harmony and contrast at the same time.

Strong purple. Mulberry and plum contrast with incense and balsamic notes. The grapes all come from calcareous soils, which again bridges the gap and makes this young wine balancing and harmonious. Soft tannins and beautifully integrated delicate acidity carry Controdanza into a smooth, medium-length finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Minerally up front, with lots of tarry smoke and hot stone on the nose, notes that underscore the palate's dried raspberry, singed orange peel and tobacco flavors. Medium- to full-bodied and gusty, with a firm, focused finish." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of smoke, dried cherries, mushrooms and hints of eucalyptus. It's medium-to full-bodied with plenty of earthy, umami notes and citrus peel. Light tannins." James Suckling

Nocera - this noble vine is grown on only a few hectares in the province of Messina, on a spectacular vineyard surrounded by the sea. Bright garnet red, original scent of white pepper, cherries, pelargonium and summer fruits. Convincing the typical fresh-fruity taste of this old Sicilian grape. A fine salty vein in the spicy final. An unforgettable experience from the Planeta dependency Capo Milazzo on the coast north of Etna. SUPERIORE.DE

"Nocera is one of the lesser-known indigenous grapes found on the northern corner of the island of Sicily, where it has been cultivated since ancient Roman times, but it has been largely supplanted by more common Italian and international varieties better resistant to disease. This offering of about 13,000 bottles is a great introduction to this storied grape. The Planeta 2019 Sicilia Nocera offers a very silky and smooth personality, showing tight and nicely focused aromas of wild berry, cassis, wild plum and fresh rose. This is a lean to mid-weight expression that would pair with veal involtini." Robert Parker

Beautiful, single-varietal white from Carricante by Planeta's Etna-Dependance. A youthfully exuberant growth full of freshness, energy and minerality. Grown under exclusive conditions on volcanic soils and at altitudes of 870 metres, this wine prepares an exceptional pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

Etna Rosso comes from the Torreguarino and Pietramarina vineyards on Etna. Bright sparkling ruby red with a transparent core. Fine spicy notes, pepper and small red berries in the bouquet, notes of ripe raspberries on the palate. Dense, with lots of fruit, compact tannin. Elegant, yet fresh and racy and very authentic. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium light red; fruity notes; concentrated, fruit, dense, medium tannin, long, fine, very nice." (JLF) Merum

Elegant cuvée with spicy aromas of black cherry, plum and white pepper as well as an earthy undertone. Clear on the palate with hints of blackberry, the fruit always very fine, nice spice, including star anise, very rounded. Finishes with elegance and a hint of lemon peel. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich, dark ruby red. In the nose of cold smoke, graphite, noble wood, then of ripe cranberries and rich heart cherries, a hint of pepper spice in the aftertaste. On the palate with tight tannins, very juicy, also has grip, amazingly fresh, spans a drinking elegant arc." Falstaff

"The 2017 Mamertino is a unique wine that represents a DOC wine appellation in Milazzo (in the northern tip of Sicily) that gets very little use as far as I can tell. The traditional blend is Nero d'Avola and Nocera, and the wine is easy in approach and execution. There's nothing too complicated here-just fresh cherry and blackberry followed by earthy tones and some subtle mineral or sea breeze nuances." Robert Parker

"Very inviting from the outset with notes of dried blueberries, raspberry cheesecake and dried nutmeg. Medium-bodied, soft and elegant. Quite tense but juicy tannins." James Suckling

"The 2017 Mamertino is a blend of Nero d'Avola and the rare Nocera grape, hailing from coastal vineyards in the extreme northeast of Sicily. It features a gorgeous display of crushed blueberries and sweet spice, complicated by hints of tobacco and white smoke. This is soft and silky, yet conveys an almost salty tension, as the Mamertino then gives way to a pure expression of red and blue fruits, all motivated by juicy acidity, which slowly fizzles out to a lasting note of sweet violet florals and cheek-puckering tannins. It's a unique and gorgeous expression of variety and place." Vinous

Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli is named after the vineyard Dorilla from which the grapes originate and this in turn after the nearby river Dirillo. Fine and elegant with light wood tones from the ageing, juicy fresh until the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium-intense red; caramel, barrel, then pronounced raspberry fruit, inviting; raspberry fruit also in the mouth, fine-tart, juicy, drinkable, long." (JLF) Merum

"The Planeta 2017 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli shows a medium dark ruby color and offers straightforward aromas of cherry, wild berry and plum. This was a hot vintage in Sicily (and elsewhere in Italy), and you feel the extra heat and power as a result, although the alcohol content registers at a modest 13%. The wine closes with characteristic aromas of toasted pistachio and black olive." Robert Parker

"A pure and juicy note of raspberry ganache is underscored by hints of toast and candied kumquat in this elegant, medium-bodied red. Lightly chalky tannins provide definition for the creamy flavor range, and spice and smoke notes accent the raspberry fruit as it echoes on the finish." Wine Spectator

"The 2017 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli pulls you close to the glass with an enticing bouquet that mixes wild herbs, smoke, black cherry and hints of animal musk. It’s deeply textural, contrasting a velvety wave of ripe black fruits against salty acids and chalky mineral tones. While youthfully dense, the 2017 boasts a primary intensity, as if you can sense all of the skins, pulp and seeds of the grapes, coating the palate in notes of tart raspberry and licorice, along with a hint of spiced citrus that balances the expression perfectly. The Dorilli is beautiful today but also well-suited for medium-term cellaring." Vinous

In the history of Etna, the eruption of 1614 is legendary, as it lasted ten years and is thus to date the longest recorded eruption of the volcano that is still active today. A very impressive and fitting name for Planeta's Etna series of equally impressive wines.

It could hardly be more autochthonous: this excellent wine from the Nerello Mascalese grape comes from the hotspot on the east coast of Sicily, from the slopes of Mount Etna. Brilliant bright cherry red, fine scent of raspberry and blood orange, gripping, taut acidity, silky tannin and a buoyant elegance with beautiful minerality. Great, long and unique! SUPERIORE.DE

"Light red; reductive, discreetly fruity-foliagey, not intense; delicate attack, fine, depth of fruit, then also power and tannin." Merum

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

"As if you can smell the ashen volcanic soils that these vines grow in, the 2018 Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 wafts up smoky and musky, with a complement of cherry and dried strawberry that fully completes the experience. This is soft and fleshy in feel, boasting a noticeable inner sweetness nicely balanced by brisk acids and pretty inner florals." Vinous

"Pretty plum and raspberry fruit flavors are accented by a fine, aromatic thread of dried thyme, smoky mineral and rosehip in this harmonious, light- to medium-bodied red." Wine Spectator

"The 2018 Sicilia Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 is a beautifully elegant and streamlined wine that reflects the precision and careful winemaking that is a hallmark of the Planeta family. This wine opens to fine and nuanced aromas of wild berry, cassis and rose. Etched mineral notes and light spice frame a core of pretty fruit. This is a classic Etna red that can be stretched out to a 10-year drinking window if desired, although there's no reason not to enjoy this bottle straight out of the gate." Robert Parker

Fresh, bright ruby. The Syrah convinces with its intense and ripe bouquet with hints of figs, red currants, pickled cherries, blueberries, spices and vanilla. Velvety, noble tannins accompany the opulent and lively structure until the lingering final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby with delicate violet. In the nose expressive, of many ripe black berries, toast, noble wood, after some time blackberry and black currant, reverberating with mint. Lush on the palate with tight tannin, stretches out on clear, fresh fruit, interwoven, substantial, clinging and long, great Syrah." Falstaff

"The Planeta 2017 Menfi Syrah Maroccoli delivers the rich intensity and sweetness of the grape and its sunny Sicilian DNA. This is a plush and loose-knit red wine with plenty of dark fruit, spice, tar and barbecue smoke. The main themes here underline the sweetness and natural succulence of the grape. This release of about 30,000 bottles marks a great opportunity to serve up some Sicilian veal rolls stuffed with breadcrumbs and perfumed with laurel leaf. If you love Syrah, this is a worthwhile taste of Sicily." Robert Parker

Intense and enveloping fragrance pleasure of blackberry and dark fruits and cocoa. On the palate, memorable, sturdy fruit and taut tannins give this Merlot its unique elegance. Pleasantly round, long and with traces of mint on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong ruby red with garnet reflections. Dense and intense aroma of red fruits with notes of leather, earth, spices and minerals, with hints of vanilla and sandalwood. Full-bodied on the palate, well-defined tannins supported by a dense structure, leading into a long-lasting and very smooth final. A Bordeaux blend in a class of its own! SUPERIORE.DE

"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

In the history of Etna, the eruption of 1614 is legendary, as it lasted ten years and is thus to date the longest recorded eruption of the volcano that is still active today. A very impressive and fitting name for Planeta's Etna series of equally impressive wines.

Carricante from Planeta's Etna vineyard is an exceptional growth full of freshness, energy and minerality. This noble grape variety thrives under exclusive conditions, on volcanic soils and at altitudes of 870 metres. A wonderfully complex pleasure that is always released for sale only two years after the harvest. SUPERIORE.DE

"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 final." Falstaff

"Lemon-rind, pear and green-apple aromas follow through to a full body with a round, creamy palate of ripe and dried fruit that comes across mostly tropical. Creamy texture. Really tangy." James Suckling

"Racy acidity drives this lithe white, creating a lip-smacking frame for the expressive flavors of blood orange and white raspberry, slivered almond, petrol and grated ginger. Minerally finish." Wine Spectator

"Decidedly more savory than sweet and flinty as well, the 2018 Carricante Eruzione 1614 sends up a stunning bouquet of dried apricots, grilled orange and hints of white pepper. Its silky and pliant textures quickly gain a more tactile feel, as a mix of bright acids, saline-minerals, tart orchard fruits and sour citrus cascades across the palate. There are depths unseen here, as the 2018 displays a youthful density while remaining lifted, balanced and simply tempting the imagination as to what's to come with further cellaring. A beautiful Etna Carricante with a 10% addition of Riesling that shows tremendous tension. Well done." Vinous

"Delicious, crisp and showing a great depth of flavor, this white from the slopes of Mount Etna doles out juicy yellow apple, peach, wild herb and savory, almost salty, mineral notes. Made with Carricante and 10% Riesling, it has racy acidity, energy and captivating mineral tension before finishing on mouthwatering notes of honeyed lemon drop candy." Wine Enthusiast

"Slightly evolved and showing a deep sense of complexity and textural richness, the Planeta 2018 Sicilia Carricante Eruzione 1614 is yet another reason to love Etna's terrific Carricante grape. That extra time in bottle, tasted now three years after the harvest, produces dusty mineral definition and ashy volcanic tones. The wine is linear and precise with more austerity that raises the bar in terms of its food-pairing potential. A beautiful seafood platter with grilled prawns might do the trick." Robert Parker

Planetas Metodo Classico is an elegant Brut and single-varietal Carricante. Stimulating bouquet of yeast notes, freshly baked bread with a sesame crust and fresh, bright fruit, showing beautiful clarity and a subtle hint of butter on the palate, well structured and long. The perfect companion for brunch or a midnight buffet. SUPERIORE.DE

"Radiant and delicious, this lovely sparkler from grapes grown on the slopes of Mount Etna opens with inviting aromas of Spanish broom, underbrush, yellow stone fruit and Mediterranean scrub. The dry, focused palate delivers ripe yellow pear, nectarine, lemon drop candy and a hint of hazelnut alongside tangy mineral notes suggesting saline." Wine Enthusiast