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Sicilia Merlot DOC - Sito Dell'Ulmo - Planeta

Name: Sicilia Merlot DOC - Sito Dell'Ulmo - Planeta
Brand: Planeta
SKU: PLAN-12
Price: 27.99 EUR
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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Planeta
Name	Sicilia Merlot DOC
Variety	Merlot
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, herbal notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, controlled maceration
Region	Sicily
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	6-12 months
Type of cask	Oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	2-5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Description

The Sicilia Merlot DOC by Planeta, produced in the splendid setting of Sicily, represents an elegant example of how the Merlot grape variety harmonizes with the Mediterranean territory. The grapes, hand-harvested, come from vineyards located in ideal positions, capable of giving the wine a rich yet balanced structure. After a traditional fermentation, the wine matures in oak barriques for a period that enhances its aromatic complexity with notes of ripe red fruits, plums, and a delicate spicy nuance. The color is deep ruby, while on the palate it shows a soft and velvety texture, supported by well-integrated tannins and a pleasant freshness. Perfect to accompany red meats, roasts, and aged cheeses, this Merlot expresses the strength and refinement of the Sicilian terroir, revealing itself as a versatile wine with great character.

The winery

Planeta – Winery in Sicilia

Discover the story and wines of Planeta.

Sicilian family-run winery with several estates across the island and a strong focus on promoting native grape varieties, sustainable agriculture and hospitality.

Region: Sicilia

Country: Italia

Founded: 1995

Grapes: Nero d'Avola, Frappato, Nerello Mascalese, Carricante, Grillo, Grecanico, Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Moscato Bianco, Nocera

Model "each territory its own winery": wineries/production facilities and vineyards distributed across multiple areas of Sicily. Extensive conversion to organic farming and adoption of sustainability protocols. Showcasing indigenous grape varieties. Integrated production, including olive oil, and hospitality/wine tourism activities. Research projects on viticultural biodiversity and the recovery of local varieties.

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Winery history

The Planeta family's history has been rooted in Sicily for centuries; the modern winemaking project took shape in the 1990s with the opening of the first winery in Ulmo and territorial growth that led to the establishment of wineries and vineyards in various areas of the island. Over time the company has developed a model in which each territory has a dedicated winery, supplementing wine production with olive oil and hospitality activities and completing the conversion to organic farming on much of its cultivated land.

Production philosophy

Planeta's approach is based on territorial identity: research and respect for local varieties, agronomic experimentation tailored to the different Sicilian terroirs, and practices aimed at environmental and social sustainability, with investments in projects to protect biodiversity and promote organic farming.

Terroir and vineyards

The estates extend across Sicily from west to east, with established presences in Menfi/Ulmo, Vittoria, Noto, on Etna, and at Capo Milazzo, as well as other wineries and local projects such as Dispensa, Monte Cirami and Serra Ferdinandea.

Awards and recognitions

2023: Alessio Planeta named "Winemaker of the Year" at the Wine Star Awards; 2024: recognition as "Wine Family of the Year"; mentions and inclusions in international rankings among the most acclaimed wine brands.