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Planeta ALASTRO

Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

"This is a dense yet agile white with lemons, minerals, honeydew melon and lemon grass. Full and very bright. So drinkable. Drink now. 95% Grecanico and 5% Fiano." (20 Nov 2012 – '11)

[History: 87 Pts – '11; 88 Pts – '08; (WE); 90 Pts – '06 (WS).]

91 points

Planeta ALASTRO

Alastro is a floral expression of Grecanico that offers bright tones of honey, jasmine, rose and almond blossom. This wine would make for a great pre-dinner drink by the glass. (1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 88 Pts – '08; (WE); 90 Pts – '06 (WS);

91 Pts – '11 (JS).]

87 points

Planeta BURDESE

"Burdese is Sicily's tip-of-the-hat to the great wines of Bordeaux. A blended red, the wine is elegant and firm, with dark concentration and earthy tones of leather and spice behind fresh berry and blackberry. Balance and length characterize the mouthfeel." (1 Apr 2012 – '08) [History: 91 Pts – '08, 90 Pts – '07 (JS); 90 Pts – '08, 89 Pts – '07; 87 Pts – '06 (WA); 88 Pts – '06 (WS).]

91 points

Planeta BRUT

A fresh and lively sparkling wine with lemon and lime aromas and flavors. Full body, with gorgeous fruit and freshness. Good bead. Made from Etna Carricante 100%. Released in October.

(20 Nov 2012 – '10)

90 points

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Planeta CARRICANTE

This expression of Carricante shows a bright future for this native Sicilian grape. It opens with a drying mineral note, followed by citrus, almond, peach and white flower accents. (1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '09, '08 (WE); 91 Pts – '11 (JS);

88 Pts – '11, '10 (WA); Silver – '11 (Decanter).]

90 points

Planeta CARRICANTE

"Minerally and limey white with a lively acidity and pretty fruit. Full and zingy with citrusy acidity. Tangy. 95%

Carricante and 5% Riesling from Etna."

(8 Nov 2012 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '11, '09, '08 (WE); 88 Pts – '11, '10 (WA); Silver – '11 (Decanter).]

91 points

Planeta CERESUOLO DI VITTORIA Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

"A fascinating character of spices and plums.

Cinnamon and cumin. Full yet light and fruity. Fresh.

Delicious. Drink it. 60% Nero d'Avola and 40%

Frappato." (8 Nov 2012 – '11)

[History: 88 Pts – '11, 89 Pts – '09 (WE); 88 Pts – '10; 90 Pts – '09 (WA).]

91 points

Planeta CERESUOLO DI VITTORIA Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a light, fragrant red wine that pairs with creamy shrimp risotto or white meat.

Measured and elegant in terms of intensity, it offers pleasing freshness. (1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 89 Pts – '09 (WE); 88 Pts – '10; 90 Pts – '09 (WA); 91 Pts – '11 (JS); 87 Pts – '09 (WE).]

88 points

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Cellar Selection. “Creamy, smooth and rich, this gorgeous bottling offers flavors of lemon mousse, apricot and vanilla, backed by well-integrated acidity and fruity concentration. Release Price $43” (1 Mar 2013 – '10) [History: 91 Pts – '09, '08 (WE); 93 Pts – '10; 92 Pts – '08 (JS); 89 Pts – '10; 88 Pts – '09; 89 Pts – '08 (WA);

90 Pts – '10 (WS).]

92 points

Planeta CHARDONNAY Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

"Starts off milky and then turns to minerals, sliced apples, mangos and honey. Full body, with bright acidity and nutty, almond, apple and hints of tropical fruit. Drink now or hold. " (20 Nov 2012 – '10) [History: 92 Pts – '08 (JS); 92 Pts – '10; 91 Pts – '09, '08 (WE); 89 Pts – '10; 88 Pts – '09; 89 Pts – '08 (WA); 90 Pts – '10 (WS).]

93 points

Planeta CHARDONNAY Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

Planeta CERESUOLO DI VITTORIA "DORILLI"

"Fabulous aromas of strawberries and flowers follow through to a medium to full body, with a solid core of fruit and super fine tannins. This has the texture and style of fine village Burgundy. Drink now or hold."

(20 Nov 2012 – '10)

[History: 88 Pts – '10; 90 Pts – '09 (WA).]

93 points

Planeta CERESUOLO DI VITTORIA "DORILLI"

Planeta's 2010 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli is a surprisingly big wine. Dark cherries, hard candy, menthol, licorice, smoke and tar burst from the glass as this extroverted red shows off its boisterous personality. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2015.

(#205 Feb 2013 – '10)

[History: 90 Pts – '09 (WA); 93 Pts – '10 (JS).]

88 points

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Planeta COMETA

A full and generous effort, with deep layers of passion fruit and stone fruit, plus touches of vanilla, honey and light spice. The concentration and freshness is wonderful, and the wine would pair well with steamed lobsters or buttery crab legs. (1 Mar 2013 – '11) [History: 92 Pts – '10, '09 (WE); 90 Pts – '10, '09; 91 Pts – '08 (WS); 90 Pts – '10 (JS); 90 Pts – '10 (WA).]

92 points

"Planeta's delicious Merlot opens with modern touches of spice and milk chocolate that enhance a solid core of red berry fruit. The tannins are soft and polished, but firm enough to give the wine impressive staying power. — M.L." (1 Apr 2012 – '08)

[History: 92 Pts – '08; 90 Pts – '07 (JS); 89 Pts – '08, '07, '06 (WA).]

90 points

Planeta MERLOT

"Merlot with black olive and berry character. Full and velvety with chocolate and dark fruits. Lovely ripe tannins. Long finish. Drink now or hold."

(20 Nov 2012 – '08)

[History: 90 Pts – '07 (JS); 90 Pts – '08 (WE);

89 Pts – '08, '07, '06 (WA).]

92 points

Planeta MERLOT

Planeta ROSÈ

"Planeta breaks new ground with this Sicilian rosé made from Syrah. Clean packaging and a screw cap bottle set the stage for a modern, pristine and impeccably made wine that is fresh, zesty and very easy to drink." (1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 86 Pts – '10; 85 Pts – '09, '08 (WE);

85 Pts – '08 (WS).]

86 points

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Planeta LA SEGRETA BIANCO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

"Grecanico, Fiano, Chardonnay and Viognier comprise the blend, offering pretty floral aromas that are

wrapped with tones of lemon and peach."

(1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '11, '10, '09 (JS); 87 Pts – '10 (WE); 88 Pts – '10, '09 (WS).]

87 points

Now boasting a stylish, revamped label, La Segreta—

one of Sicily's most popular value wines—offers chewy red fruit and cherry flavors, followed by bright acidity and a bitter almond note. Pair it with grilled sausages and onion rings. (1 Mar 2013 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '11, '10 (JS); 87 Pts – '10, '09 (WE); 87 Pts – '09 (WS).]

87 points

Planeta LA SEGRETA ROSSO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy Planeta LA SEGRETA BIANCO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

This is very minerally and citrusy with lemon and lime.

Full and delicious. Bright acidity. Delicious. A finish of grapefruit. Screw caps. 5 0% Grecanica, 30%

Chardonnay, 10% Fiano, and 10% Viognier.

(20 Nov 2012 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '10, '09 (JS); 87 Pts – '11, '10 (WE); 88 Pts – '10, '09 (WS).]

90 points

"A full-bodied red with plums and hints of fresh herbs.

Round and enjoyable. Fruity finish. Always outstanding. Screw cap. Drink now. 50% Nero d'Avola and the rest in Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon." (20 Nov 2012 – '11)

[History: 90 Pts – '10 (JS); 87 Pts – '11, '10, '09 (WE); 87 Pts – '09 (WS).]

90 points

Planeta LA SEGRETA ROSSO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

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"A decadent wine with hints of jam but then goes firm and racy. So refined. Full with firm tannins and a fresh finish. A beauty. Best Nero d'Avola in years from Sicily.

Drink now or hold." (20 Nov 2012 – '09)

[History: 90 Pts – '09; 91 Pts – '08 (WE); 90 Pts – '08;

88 Pts – '07; 90 Pts – '06 (WA); 88 Pts – '08, '07; (WS);

93 Pts – '08, '07' 92 Pts – '06; 90 Pts – '05 (JS).]

94 points

Planeta SANTA CECILIA Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

Planeta PASSITO DI NOTO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

"A tangy and lively white with dried apricots and pineapple. Full and medium sweet with bright acidity and a zingy finish. Drink now.” (20 Nov 2012 – '11) [History: 92 Pts – '10 (JS); 92 Pts – '10 (WE); 91 Pts – '10; 89 Pts – '08 (WS).]

90 points

Planeta PASSITO DI NOTO Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy

There's a light, buoyant quality that is enhanced by fragrant floral tones of jasmine, honeysuckle and peach blossom. There's no better pairing for sweet almond cookies. (20 Nov 2012 – '10 )

[History: 91 Pts – '10; 89 Pts – '08 (WS); 90 Pts – '11; 92 Pts – '10 (JS).]

92 points

Planeta SYRAH

What a fabulous value wine. If you love Sicily and you love Syrah, this beauty delivers the best of both. The low price tag is unbelievable. Aromas include blackberry, bacon, cigar tobacco and spice. The wine is soft, smooth and velvety on the finish. (1 Apr 2012 – '09) [History: 90 Pts – '08 (WE); 90 Pts – '08, '07 (WA); 88 Pts – '08, '07; (WS); 92 Pts – '08 (JS).]