In the glass
Aroma: sour cherry, orange peel, dried herbs, mineral
Palate: red berry, cherry, spice, firm clay-mineral finish
Planeta's DOCG expression from the Dorilli contrada in Vittoria: classic cherry-sour-herb character of the appellation with the polish and consistency Planeta's winemaking team delivers across all estates.
What it pairs with
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Stuffed pork rolls (braciole)
The wine's Frappato acidity and Nero d'Avola warmth complement the herb-stuffed pork. -
Grilled tuna steak
Cerasuolo di Vittoria's relative lightness and acidity make it one of the few reds suited to grilled tuna. -
Sicilian arancini
Bright red-fruit acidity provides refreshing contrast to the richness of fried stuffed rice.
How to serve Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria
Allow 65 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 60 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 14-16°C. Cellar temperature (14-16°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Burgundy bowl with a wide opening: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Stuffed pork rolls (braciole), Grilled tuna steak, Sicilian arancini. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Planeta established their Vittoria estate in the Dorilli contrada in 1997, one of the first major Sicilian producers to recognise the potential of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria appellation. Their DOCG bottling helped raise the profile of the zone internationally.
- 1997 — Planeta establishes Dorilli estate in Vittoria, first DOCG production
- 2005 — Cerasuolo di Vittoria elevated to DOCG status
Facts
- Producer
- Planeta Dorilli (Vittoria)
- Grapes
- Nero d'Avola (60%), Frappato (40%)
- Classification
- Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
- Oak
- Aged in large Slavonian oak casks, 10-12 months
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 22-32 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-12 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1997
Frequently asked about Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria
What does Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria taste like?
On the nose, sour cherry, orange peel, dried herbs, mineral. On the palate, red berry, cherry, spice, firm clay-mineral finish. Structurally medium-bodied, medium tannins, high acidity with a persistent, savoury finish. Planeta's DOCG expression from the Dorilli contrada in Vittoria: classic cherry-sour-herb character of the appellation with the polish and consistency Planeta's winemaking team delivers across all estates.
When should I drink Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria?
Drink 3-12 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria?
Stuffed pork rolls (braciole) is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled tuna steak and Sicilian arancini. The wine's Frappato acidity and Nero d'Avola warmth complement the herb-stuffed pork.
What grapes are in Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria?
The blend is Nero d'Avola (60%), Frappato (40%). The wine is classified as Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG.