It was born from a dream of competing with the world in the production of this noble and widespread grape variety. A long progress begun in 1985 which has been full of surprise and success. Today Planeta’s Chardonnay is an icon for the whole of Sicily. The vines of Ulmo and Maroccoli which create it are unique in their location and terroir. Its fermentation and maturing in French barrels, which by now has been carefully planned for years, delivers an extraordinarily graceful, powerful wine

Golden yellow with lively green glints.  The nose is rich and intense. Aromas of peach, golden apple, white figs, vanilla cream, meringue. Hints of hazelnut and ‘zagara’ honey. The wood is shy but well-balanced.  The palate is soft, round, energetic, full. The balance is characterized by fine acidity, fresh flavour, and substantial body.

A single-variety Chardonnay which clearly demonstrates the characteristicswhich have made it so well known. From the rich light gold color, deep but transparent, the pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness which is evident on tasting can be anticipated. It is indeed a soft white wine supported by a refreshing note of acidity which accompanies every sip. A slight mineral touch harmoniously combines the flavor of ripe yellow peaches, acacia honey and marzipan with peaty, cereal and toasted aromas which appear at the powerful and balanced finish.

Try it for a change with just-seared foie gras or with roast veal and mushroom sauce.

Blend: 100% Chardonnay

94 Points - Wine Advocate

The organic Planeta 2023 Sicilia Menfi Chardonnay is a creamy and rich interpretation with sweet almond, apricot and Sicilian candied fruit. The wine delivers beautiful intensity over a thickly layered, full-bodied mouthfeel. Fruit comes from the Ulmo vineyard (positioned at 250 meters above sea level) and Maroccoli (at 415 meters in elevation). The wine is aged in Allier French barrique with 40% new oak, 30% second-use and 30% third-use barrel for 11 months. This is a massive production of close to a quarter of a million bottles, and that's an impressive feat.