Cerasuolo di Vittoria Planeta

Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG • Sicily • Planeta
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Planeta
Region
Sicily
Alcohol
12.5%
Vinification
8 days on skins, then malolactic in steel
Aging
Some months in steel tanks
Grape varieties
Nero d’Avola 60%, Frappato 40%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG stands as a benchmark for Sicily's highest quality classification. At 12.5% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Nero d’Avola 60%, Frappato 40%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards 35-year-old vines on limestone soils, 250 metres above sea level. Vinification: 8 days on skins, then malolactic in steel. The wine is aged some months in steel tanks. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, pairs ancient viticultural heritage with a dynamic modern wine renaissance.

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