2018 Planeta 'Cometa' Fiano Menfi Organic Sicily

Planeta is one of the most iconic, and well known producers in Sicily. Fun fact? The winery was even featured in the critically acclaimed TV Show The White Lotus.

Alessio Planeta, head of Planeta, has been named "Winemaker of the Year" worldwide by the prestigious Wine Enthusiast magazine through their "Wine Star Awards" in 2023. 

The family history of this Sicilian Estate goes back for more than 5 centuries, where in such a closed and traditional culture, the Planeta family is not afraid to innovate and modernize.Diego Planeta along with other top-notch wine consultants from Italy like Giacomo Tachis, Carlo Corino, Giampaolo Fabris, and Attilio Scienza,have managed to position Planeta as the reference point in Sicilian and Italian winemaking.Discover what makes Planeta one of Sicily's leading producers!

Their vineyards are distributed throughout 5 different regions around Sicily:Menfi, Etna, Vittoria, Noto, and Capo Milazzo, resulting in an incredibly interesting wine portfolio: Different soils, different climates, different grapes, different (and incredible) wines! And if that wasn't enough,the family also owns a hotel and a restaurant in Menfi and Palermo.

For Planeta, sustainability is of the utmost importance, winemaking practices and viticulture are done in accordance with the environment and society

 100% Fiano. A single-variety Fiano from lime-chalk soils which contribute to the enhancement of the aromatic markers of Mediterranean macchia owned by this vine. Thus, between broom flowers and thyme, the delicate aromas of chamomile, hay and mandarin can also be savored. A mineral palate with vibrantly savory traces which quiver and quench. Then the rhythm changes to become slower and more harmonious, an invitation to sip this outstanding white wine with the correct quietude enjoying its every change of tone. The finish presents a silky tactile sensation with a refined aftertaste of ripe apricot, of almond flowers and basil flowers.

Fresh nectarines, preserved lemons, orange blossom and guava peel are all on show here. Despite the intense fruitiness of the stone fruit, the acidity is cutting and precise, highlighting bright-citrus undertones that permeate the medium-to full-bodied palate. Drink now. ~92 James Suckling

Elegant and structured, this opens with delicate, alluring scents of yellow stone fruit, citrus, Spanish broom and Mediterranean herb. The full-bodied palate boasts freshness and finesse, delivering yellow peach, apricot, Meyer lemon and saline before a lingering honeyed almond finish ~92 Wine Enthusiast

Class and awareness combined with precision of execution determine the sensorial profile of a young purebred Fiano made in Menfi. Full body, solid and enveloping round structure and a finish of extended quality and delicious closure. Drink now. ~92 WinesCritic.com

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