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Bianco - Menfi DOC - Cometa - Planeta 2023

Name: Bianco - Menfi DOC - Cometa - Planeta
Brand: Planeta
SKU: GIU-1007
Price: 27.67 EUR
Availability: InStock

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100% Fiano · Menfi DOC · 75 cl · 2023

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27,67 €

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Technical information

Producer	Planeta
Name	Menfi DOC
Variety	100% Fiano
Vintage	2023
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Broom, thyme, chamomile, hay, mango, pomelo
Vinification method	Fermentation: 90% stainless steel, 10% oak; lees bâtonnage
Region	Sicily
Production area	Menfi (AG); Dispensa and Gurra vineyards
Country	Italy
Type	Dry still white wine
Aging	Stainless steel, 36-hl Allier oak casks and tonneaux
Type of cask	Allier oak; 36-hl casks and tonneaux
Color	White
Recommended consumption	Drink now or cellar for up to 15 years
Pairing	Grilled dentex

Descrizione

Cometa by Planeta is a white wine labelled Menfi DOC. The name identifies a specific wine from the producer, while the designation offers a useful reference when making a choice. In the absence of technical details and a tasting profile, it is best not to attribute specific aromas, body, grape variety or production methods to the wine; tasting it is the way to discover its character. It is an option for those looking for a Planeta white wine and wishing to choose on the basis of the essential information, without relying on generic descriptions presented as certainties.

At the table, it can be paired, depending on the menu and personal preferences, with delicately prepared fish, vegetables or milder cheeses; these are serving suggestions, not exclusive pairings. To enjoy it at its best, serve it chilled, avoiding an excessively low temperature that might soften the perception of its aromas. The bottle is suited to a thoughtfully prepared everyday meal or a convivial occasion when a white wine is desired. For the vintage, bottle size and storage advice, please refer to the details for the specific bottle available.

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.