Planeta Cometa

Name: Planeta Cometa
Brand: Planeta
Price: 29.41 USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Italy, Sicily

White wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.1

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Planeta Cometa is a premium white wine produced by Planeta, a renowned winery in Sicily, Italy. The wine is made from 100% Fiano grapes grown in the Menfi appellation, which is known for its sandy soils and Mediterranean climate. The vineyard is located close to the sea, which gives the wine a unique minerality and freshness. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging on the lees for several months, which adds complexity and texture to the wine. Planeta Cometa is a full-bodied wine with aromas of tropical fruits, citrus, and white flowers. It has a rich and creamy texture with a long and refreshing finish, making it a perfect pairing for seafood and pasta dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Sicilian white Fiano offers a complex bouquet of citrus aromas, such as lemon and lime, along with notes of white flowers, almond, and honey.On the palate, the wine is light-bodied and bright, with a balanced acidity and a pleasant saline note. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of minerality. Enjoy this unique white blend with pasta dishes, grilled seafood, and soft cheeses.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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2046

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Fiano

ORIGINS

Winery: Planeta

Region: Sicily

Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture. Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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