Syrah di Sicilia IGT

Planeta

Pronunciation
Sea-rah
Year
2005
Type
Red
Winery
Planeta
Region
Sicilia, Italy
Oenologist
Alessio Planeta

Overview

Menfi, in the southeastern portion of Sicily, is the heart of Planeta and its operational base. Various types of soil are found here, but all are rich in lime and clay, ideal for the international red grape varieties which are transformed into wine at La Dispensa winery – Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Wine Notes

Grape Variety
100% Syrah
Vinification
The grapes are de-stemmed, crushed, extraction of skins followed by 12 days of maceration at 25°C with fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Aging
12 months in French oak
Alcohol
13.5%
| Appearance
Ruby red with violet undertones.
| Aroma
Full and rounded bouquet; intense spiciness with hints of pepper, cloves and rosemary.
| Taste
Fresh fruit dominates; luscious and supple in texture, with a mouth-filling character.
| Serving Suggestions
Serve with roast leg of lamb, pasta with sauce of braised short rib, crown roast of pork, hard aged cheese.

Syrah di Sicilia IGT

Suggested Retail:
$40.00
CSPC#:
608273
Available Sizes:
750ml
1500ml
Bottles Per Case:
6

Reviews

Wine Spectator - December 2007 - 91 points

A very subtle, rich red, with light meat, chocolate and berry character on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, with a pretty core of ripe fruit, silky tannins and a long, fruity, slightly jammy finish. Best after 2008. 81,665 cases made. –JS