Planeta Chardonnay 2022

Planeta Chardonnay 2022

Planeta, 0,75 l - 13.50%
100% Chardonnay

€ 24.30
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Sicily - Italy
White organic still semi-aromatic

How to serve

Serve at:

12 - 14°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

05 - 10 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Aged White Wines
Planeta Chardonnay 2022
A wine that has become the very image of change in wine Sicily. It originated from the vision of being able to compete with the world in producing this noble and widespread grape variety. A long road that began in 1985, full of surprises and successes. Today, Planeta Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily. Its vineyards of Ulmo and Maroccoli are unique in position and terroir. The fermentation and ageing in French wood, which has been carefully and precisely carried out for years delivering an extraordinary wine in terms of grace and power.

Colour

Deep clear, and transparent gold.

Bouquet

A subtle mineral trait harmonises the flavours of ripe yellow peaches, acacia honey and almond paste with more peaty, cereal and toasted aromas.

Flavour

A soft white wine underlaid by a refreshing acid vein which accompanies the tasting.

Pairing

Try this wine with some just seared foie gras or with roast veal and mushroom sauce.

Fish
Shellfish
Cheese
Veal

Features

Name Planeta Chardonnay 2022
Type White organic still semi-aromatic
Classification DOC Menfi Chardonnay
Year 2022
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.50% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Chardonnay
Country
Region Sicily
Origin Sambuca di Sicilia (Agrigento).
Climate Altitude: Ulmo: 250 m. a.s.l., Maroccoli: 415 m. a.s.l.
Soil composition Vineyards of Ulmo and Maroccoli are average in texture, moderately deep with an abundant presence of pebbles, slightly limey, and with sections of dark organic matter.
Cultivation system Spurred cordon.
No. plants per hectare Between 4,500-5,000 vines for Ulmo and Maroccoli vineyards.
Yield per hectare Between 6,500-7,500 vines for Ulmo and Maroccoli vineyards.
Harvest The 4th of September for Ulmo, whereas the 10th of September for Maroccoli.
Fermentation temperature 18 ⁰C
Vinification After destemming and crushing, soft pressing and static sedimentation occur at a low temperature. The fermentation is carried out in barrique at 18°C with 11 months of ageing, and bâtonnage is carried out every 10 days.
Ageing Allier oak barriques of 225 litres, 50% new and 50% of second and third passage.
Total acidity 5.85 gr/L
pH 3.38
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Try this wine with some just seared foie gras or with roast veal and mushroom sauce.
On offer Price Planeta Chardonnay 2022 € 24.30  ex VAT

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Vintage

xtraWine
94/100 
2022
James Suckling
93/100 
2020
Wine Spectator
92/100 
2020
Bibenda
 
5 bunches of grapes - An excellent wine 2019
Robert Parker
95/100 
2019
Vinous
90/100 
2019
Wine Spectator
90/100 
2019
Bibenda
 
5 bunches of grapes - An excellent wine 2018
James Suckling
93/100 
2018
Robert Parker
94/100 
2018
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2018
Vinous
93/100 
2018
Vitae AIS
 
4 vines - One of the best wines ever 2018
Wine Spectator
90/100 
2018
James Suckling
93/100 
2017
Robert Parker
92/100 
2017
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2017
Wine Spectator
90/100 
2017
James Suckling
93/100 
2016
Vitae AIS
 
4 vines - One of the best wines ever 2016
James Suckling
94/100 
2015
Gambero Rosso
 
3 red glasses - Absolutely superb. Only 305 out of 18000. 2010
Bibenda
 
5 bunches of grapes - An excellent wine 2009
Bibenda
 
5 bunches of grapes - An excellent wine 2008
Planeta

Planeta is a Journey to Sicily. A Journey from West to East Planeta is a 'Journey in Sicily'. A journey from west to east, from Sambuca di Sicilia and Menfi to Vittoria, Noto and Etna. The stops on the "Journey" are the five wineries that Planeta ha...

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