PLANETA
CHARDONNAY 750ML
ITALY • SICILY (MENFI)
"A legendary white that put Sicily on the global wine map. Strictly dry in profile, aged in French oak barrels, offering a sublime synthesis of Mediterranean tropical opulence, creamy texture, and elegant acidity."
The Legend of Sicilian Chardonnay
The Planeta Chardonnay White Wine is Planeta's flagship label, grown in the Ulmo and Maragani vineyards in Menfi, southwestern Sicily. It is a dry, 100% Chardonnay wine, fermented and aged on lees in French Allier oak barrels (40% new oak) for about 11 months with periodic bâtonnage.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Planeta Winery (Ulmo and Maragani Estates).
Region of Origin: Menfi, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy.
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay.
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Vinification and Aging: Nighttime manual harvest; fermentation and aging on lees in 225-liter French Allier oak barrels (40% new) for 11 months with bâtonnage.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 10°C - 12°C.
SKU / MPN: IT-PLANETA-CHARDONNAY-750
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense golden yellow with greenish highlights.
Nose: Ripe pineapple, mango, peach in syrup, orange cream, butter, brioche, vanilla, and toasted hazelnuts.
Palate: Voluptuous and dry, creamy, with firm acidity and a long, spicy finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Occasions and Recommended Pairing
Gourmet Pairing: Grilled lobster, king crab, scallops with truffle butter, baked turbot or grouper, mushroom risotto, milk-fed veal in cream sauce, roasted duck or farm-raised chicken, and cheeses such as Fontina or mild Gorgonzola.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Anniversaries, weddings, and gala banquets.
- Business: Executive lunches with VIP clients.
- Family Meals: Roasted poultry and elaborate pasta dishes.
- Summer: Refined summer evenings.
- The Perfect Gift: For sommeliers and collectors.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
What is the origin of this wine?
It is produced in Menfi, Sicily, Italy, by the Planeta winery.
Is this wine dry, off-dry, or sweet?
It is strictly dry, with richness and oak complexity without residual sugars.
Is it oak-aged?
Yes; it is fermented and aged in French Allier oak barrels for about 11 months with bâtonnage.
What is the recommended serving temperature?
Between 10°C and 12°C.