Planeta
Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2024
| Denomination | DOCG Cerasuolo di Vittoria |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 60% Nero d'Avola, 40% Frappato |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel tanks for several months before bottling |
- Name and style: Organic dry red wine Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG from Sicily
- Grape blend: Made from 60% Nero d’Avola and 40% Frappato, with a balance of fruity and spicy notes
- Aromas: Scents of cherry, pomegranate and red rose with subtle hints of black pepper
- Vinification: Fermentation and ageing in steel, with 13-15 days of skin maceration
- Pairings: Ideal with pasta alla Norma, seared tuna and cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria is an organic red wine from Sicily, a true expression of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria denomination. Born from the harmonious blend of Nero d’Avola and Frappato, it reveals a fragrant bouquet of cherry, pomegranate and red rose, enriched by subtle hints of black pepper. On the palate, the medium body stands out for its freshness and delicate tannins. A clear marine savouriness finishes the sip, making it the ideal pairing for seared tuna, pasta alla Norma and medium-aged cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Dorilli and Mogli estates in Acate, in a renowned area between the sea and the Iblei mountains. The vines thrive in a coastal climate that encourages optimal ripening of the bunches. The roots sink into soils with a distinctive sandy texture, composed of loose red earth. Deeper down, a tuffaceous layer provides an essential water reserve during the hottest months. This pedoclimatic identity is reflected in the glass, giving the wine clear fruity notes and a pronounced saline character.
How it is produced
Production begins with a careful manual harvest, followed by destemming and crushing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with brief pump-overs. The must macerates in contact with the skins for about two weeks, gently extracting colour and structure. After gentle pressing and the completion of malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes a short maturation in steel. This process preserves the integrity of the fruit and the natural fragrance of the sip before bottling.
History and Curiosities
Since 2001, Planeta has produced Sicily’s only DOCG, cultivating the Dorilli and Mogli vineyards in Acate. This elegant wine takes its name from “cerasa”, the local dialect word for cherry, thus expressing the strong identity of its place of origin. The winery masterfully combines organic production and a contemporary vision with the island’s historic winemaking traditions. Awarded by prestigious guides such as Bibenda and Gambero Rosso, this Cerasuolo di Vittoria is an authentic and sustainable tribute to Sicily’s great wine heritage.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Alessio Planeta
- Bottles produced: 2.500.000
- Hectares: 371
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| Name | Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 60% Nero d'Avola, 40% Frappato |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Planeta |
| Story | History and Curiosities Since 2001, Planeta has produced Sicily’s only DOCG, cultivating the Dorilli and Mogli vineyards in Acate. This elegant wine takes its name from "cerasa", the local dialect word for cherry, thus expressing the strong identity of its place of origin. The winery masterfully combines organic production and a contemporary vision with the island’s historic winemaking traditions. Awarded by prestigious guides such as Bibenda and Gambero Rosso, this Cerasuolo di Vittoria is an authentic and sustainable tribute to Sicily’s great wine heritage. |
| Origin | Dorilli area, between the sea and the Hyblaean Mountains, Acate (Ragusa), Sicily, Italy |
| Climate | Mediterranean climate |
| Soil composition | Sandy texture: predominantly loose red sands, without stones and moderately deep; at about 90 cm a tuffaceous layer important for the water balance of the plant. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | Dorilli: Nero d’Avola 4,500 plants per hectare; Dorilli: Frappato 5,000 plants per hectare; Mogli: 4,500 plants per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | Dorilli: Nero d’Avola 70 q/ha; Frappato 55 q/ha; Mogli: Nero d’Avola 90 q/ha |
| Harvest | September (autumn) |
| Fermentation temperature | 23–25 °C |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; destemming and crushing; fermentation in stainless steel tanks; maceration for 13–15 days on the skins; brief pump-overs; very gentle pressing with a vertical basket press; malolactic fermentation completed; ageing in stainless steel. |
| Wine making | Destemming and crushing, followed by 13–15 days of maceration on the skins. Fermentation at 23–25 °C in stainless steel tanks with brief pump-overs; very gentle pressing with a vertical basket press. Malolactic fermentation completed; maturation in stainless steel for several months before bottling. |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel tanks for several months before bottling |
| Total acidity | 5.6 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |