Vineyards in Menfi DOC

Planeta ★ 4.7

Menfi DOC, Etna DOC, Noto DOC, Sicilia DOCNero d'Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Grecanico, Chardonnay, Grillo, Carricante, Nocera, Nerello MascaleseFounded 1994Menfi DOC

One of Sicily's most influential estates, Planeta operates six wineries across the island from Menfi to Etna, Noto and Milazzo, showcasing the diversity of Sicilian terroir through native and international varieties.

Tasting: Three estate cellar doors: Ulmo at Menfi, Buonivini at Noto, and Sciaranuova on Etna. Tasting experiences bookable on the Planeta estate website.

Signature wines: planeta-santa-cecilia, planeta-burdese, planeta-cometa

Settesoli Mandrarossa ★ 4.2

Menfi DOC, Sicilia DOCNero d'Avola, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Grillo, Catarratto, Inzolia, Chardonnay, Grecanico, FianoFounded 1958Menfi DOC

Cantine Settesoli is the cooperative giant of Menfi DOC, founded in 1958, with Mandrarossa as its premium terroir-selection brand launched in 1999. Over 2,000 grower-members supply grapes from more than 6,000 hectares, making this the largest wine operation in Sicily.

Tasting: Tuesday to Saturday 09:30 to 18:00. Guided cellar visits and wine tastings. Reservations required.

Signature wines: mandrarossa-terre-di-giumara, mandrarossa-timperosse, mandrarossa-nero-davola

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