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Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 4 years from vintage.

vintage1 yrs4 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating above is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDrySaline And Refreshing finish

Aroma: white grapefruit, lemon verbena, fresh herbs, sea salt

Palate: citrus blossom, mineral salinity, herbal, clean finish

Planeta's varietal Grillo from the Menfi estate shows the Mediterranean coastal character of the grape: citrus verbena, sea-salt mineral and herbal freshness with the clean precision of Planeta's winemaking.

What it pairs with

  • Grilled whole branzino with lemon Sea-salt mineral and citrus notes are the natural Grillo companions for whole grilled Mediterranean sea bass.
  • Spaghetti al pesto di pistacchio Herbal lift and citrus freshness complement the richness of Sicilian pistachio pesto.More wines for pasta, pizza and risotto →
  • Oysters on the half-shell Saline mineral character is a natural pairing for fresh oysters.More wines for oysters →

With cheese

Vastedda della Valle del Belice Our pick Qualigeo's sheet for Vastedda suggests a good Sicilian white, perhaps a Grillo or Chardonnay, besides olive oil and oregano. Grillo's citrus, herbal lift and high acidity freshen the mild, slightly tangy fresh sheep curd.

How to serve Planeta Grillo

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Grilled whole branzino with lemon, Spaghetti al pesto di pistacchio, Oysters on the half-shell. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Planeta began producing a varietal Grillo from Menfi to showcase the most characteristically Sicilian white grape in a pure expression. The coastal influence of the Menfi estate near the Tyrrhenian Sea contributes to the wine's distinctive saline mineral character.

  1. 2005First Planeta varietal Grillo from the Menfi coastal estate

Facts

Producer
Planeta · visiting guide
Grapes
Grillo (100%)
Classification
Sicilia DOC
Oak
Stainless steel; cold fermentation to preserve aromatics
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR 14-20 at retail
Drinking window
1-4 from vintage
First vintage
2005

Frequently asked about Planeta Grillo

What does Planeta Grillo taste like?

On the nose, white grapefruit, lemon verbena, fresh herbs, sea salt. On the palate, citrus blossom, mineral salinity, herbal, clean finish. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a saline and refreshing finish. Planeta's varietal Grillo from the Menfi estate shows the Mediterranean coastal character of the grape: citrus verbena, sea-salt mineral and herbal freshness with the clean precision of Planeta's winemaking.

When should I drink Planeta Grillo?

Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Planeta Grillo?

Grilled whole branzino with lemon is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Spaghetti al pesto di pistacchio and Oysters on the half-shell. Sea-salt mineral and citrus notes are the natural Grillo companions for whole grilled Mediterranean sea bass.

What grapes are in Planeta Grillo?

The blend is Grillo (100%). The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.

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