Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
The Syrah grows in the Maroccoli vineyard in the Menfi area, at 370 m above sea level.
Vinification
The 2021 harvest ran from August to September, with the grapes collected in 15 kg crates. At the winery the grapes were destemmed and gently crushed. The must fermented on the skins for two weeks in stainless-steel fermenters, which helps preserve the natural flavour nuances. Fermentation temperature was kept at 14–15 °C in the first stage, 10–22 °C in the second and 25–27 °C in the third. Quick pump-overs of 12–18 minutes were carried out carefully, to avoid damaging the skins and to give the wine greater complexity. Skin maceration lasted 18–20 days. Malolactic fermentation took place in stainless-steel tanks and oak barrels, for a softer taste.
Ageing
The wine aged for 14 months in French barriques, 35% of them new. It was then bottled and sealed with natural cork.
Tasting profile
Expressive, rich and intense.
Serving and pairing
Pairs with lamb and hard cheeses.
Label / history
Planeta first produced the wine in 1999.
