PLANETA DIDACUS
CABERNET FRANC 2020 750ML
ITALY • SICILY (MENFI) • THE ENOLOGICAL PINNACLE AND TRIBUTE TO DIEGO PLANETA
"A masterpiece of Italian oenology. Strictly dry and ultra-limited production, it represents the pinnacle of Planeta: a monumental Cabernet Franc born in Menfi, with extraordinary structure, aristocratic elegance, and infinite aging potential."
Ulmo Estate in Menfi, Exclusive Terroir and the Legendary Homage to Diego Planeta
The Planeta Didacus Cabernet Franc 2020 750ml Red Wine is the absolute pinnacle of Planeta Winery's oenological offering and an emotional tribute to the winery's founder, Diego Planeta (whose Latin name is Didacus). Sourced from a very exclusive plot of only a few hectares on the Ulmo Estate in Menfi, Sicily, this iconic, strictly dry red reflects the maximum expression of Cabernet Franc in the Mediterranean. Meticulously aged in French oak barrels, Didacus 2020 displays overwhelming density, silky tannins, and a complex organoleptic profile with nuances of blackcurrant, graphite, cedar, roasted bell pepper, violets, bitter cocoa, pipe tobacco, and a deep minerality.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Planeta Winery (Ulmo Estate, Menfi).
Region of Origin: Menfi, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy (Menfi DOC / Sicilia DOC).
Vintage: 2020.
Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc.
Wine Type: Ultra Premium Dry Red Wine / Grand Vins d'Auteur.
Flavor Classification: Dry (Opulent, complex, with aristocratic tannins, imposing structure, and an endless finish).
Vinification and Aging: Meticulous manual harvest and berry-by-berry selection. Fermentation in wooden vats with manual pigeage. Aged for approximately 14 months in new French Allier oak barrels (100% new oak), followed by extended bottle refinement before commercial release.
Alcohol Content: 14.0% Vol.
Presentation: Heavy collector's bottle of 750 ml with numbered label.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C. Decanting is recommended 45 to 60 minutes before consumption to allow its bouquet to fully open.
SKU / MPN: IT-PLANETA-DIDACUS-CF2020-750
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Impenetrable and deep ruby red with dark garnet reflections, showing dense, slow, and majestic tears in the glass.
Nose: Of overwhelming elegance and complexity. Unfolds layers of cassis, blueberries, black cherry, and candied cherry, intertwined with notes of graphite, cigar box, black tea leaves, Sichuan pepper, pure cocoa, sweet spices, and a balsamic touch of eucalyptus and lavender.
Palate: Monumental, enveloping, and strictly dry entry. Possesses a firm tannic structure but with a velvety and noble texture. Stands out for its precise freshness that balances its impressive power, leading to a long, complex finish full of mineral, spicy, and high-pedigree oak memories.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Due to its aristocratic presence, imposing body, and strictly dry profile, Didacus Cabernet Franc 2020 requires high-end gastronomic dishes and meats with great character. It is the perfect partner for a Wellington fillet, grilled rib eye or chorizo steak, roasted leg of milk-fed lamb with rosemary, venison or wild boar in red fruit sauce, rack of veal with truffle butter, slow-cooked stews (braised short ribs), duck magret, porcini mushroom risotto with aged Parmigiano Reggiano (36 months), and intensely aged cheeses such as Sicilian Pecorino, aged Gouda, or Gorgonzola Piccante.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: The ultimate red wine to commemorate momentous anniversaries, golden weddings, unique triumphs, and grand banquets.
- Business (Executive Meals): A cult gem ideal for impressing top executives, strategic partners, and VIP clients at high-level meals.
- Gourmet Barbecue: The ultimate luxury pairing for Wagyu, Prime, Tomahawk cuts, and noble charcoal-grilled meats.
- Family Meal: A monumental bottle to preside over large holiday meals and New Year's celebrations or special festivities.
- The Perfect Gift: The most coveted collector's item for sommeliers, demanding oenophiles, and collectors of the world's best wines.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this spirit?
This ultra-premium red wine is produced in Menfi, Sicily, Italy (Ulmo Estate) by the iconic and prestigious winery Planeta Winery.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Planeta Didacus Cabernet Franc 2020 Red Wine has a strictly dry profile, standing out for its enormous concentration, elegance, and complete absence of residual sugar.
What does the Didacus line represent within the Planeta winery?
Didacus represents the oenological pinnacle of Planeta and is a tribute to its founder, Diego Planeta. It is produced only in exceptional vintages with limited production and numbered bottles.
Is it recommended to decant this wine before serving?
Yes, it is advisable to decant it 45 to 60 minutes before serving at a temperature of 16°C to 18°C to allow it to fully open its aromatic complexity and soften its powerful structure.