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Alastro Menfi DOC wine — Planeta winery — Dionysus
BianchiMenfiDOC

Alastro Menfi DOC

di Planeta · Sicily, Italy

DenominazioneMenfiDOC
TipologiaBianchi
UveGarganega, Sauvignon blanc, Grillo
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at8–10 °C
Keeps for4 years
Bottled in0.75 l
PlanetaSicily, Italy

Questo vino

Vineyard and terroir

The wine is organic. Its core Grecanico fruit comes from a historic vineyard in Sicily.

Grapes

Grecanico, a native Sicilian variety cultivated on the island for more than 2,000 years, forms the heart of the wine. Sauvignon Blanc and Grillo were added to the blend for the 2024 vintage.

Vinification

Vinification takes place entirely in stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine is aged entirely in stainless-steel tanks.

Tasting profile

Elegant, balanced and restrained, with an attractive aroma, harmony and freshness.

Serving and pairing

Recommended with refined Mediterranean dishes.

Label / history

The name Alastro comes from a wild shrub whose yellow flowers cover the valleys around Lake Arancio in spring. The wine was created as Planeta’s tribute to Grecanico.