In the glass
Aroma: white peach, acacia blossom, citrus, tropical fruit
Palate: stone fruit, melon, fresh herbs, clean mineral
La Segreta Bianco blends native Grecanico with aromatic international varieties in Planeta's most accessible white: fresh, aromatic and immediately appealing with stone-fruit and citrus freshness.
What it pairs with
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Mozzarella in carrozza
Acacia blossom and fresh citrus notes contrast pleasantly with fried mozzarella. -
Light seafood pasta
An everyday Sicilian white well suited to fresh clam or mussel pasta. -
Fresh fish carpaccio
Clean acidity and aromatic freshness complement delicate raw fish preparations.
How to serve Planeta La Segreta Bianco
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Mozzarella in carrozza, Light seafood pasta, Fresh fish carpaccio. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
La Segreta Bianco and Rosso were created by Planeta to offer approachable, multi-varietal introductions to Sicilian wine at an accessible price. The white blend was designed to combine Grecanico's native Sicilian character with the aromatics of Chardonnay, Viognier and Fiano.
- 1997 — La Segreta Bianco launched as Planeta's entry-level multi-varietal white
Facts
- Producer
- Planeta
- Grapes
- Grecanico, Chardonnay, Viognier, Fiano
- Classification
- Sicilia DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 12-18 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1997
Frequently asked about Planeta La Segreta Bianco
What does Planeta La Segreta Bianco taste like?
On the nose, white peach, acacia blossom, citrus, tropical fruit. On the palate, stone fruit, melon, fresh herbs, clean mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a fresh, aromatic finish. La Segreta Bianco blends native Grecanico with aromatic international varieties in Planeta's most accessible white: fresh, aromatic and immediately appealing with stone-fruit and citrus freshness.
When should I drink Planeta La Segreta Bianco?
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 La Segreta Bianco?
Mozzarella in carrozza is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Light seafood pasta and Fresh fish carpaccio. Acacia blossom and fresh citrus notes contrast pleasantly with fried mozzarella.
What grapes are in Planeta La Segreta Bianco?
The blend is Grecanico, Chardonnay, Viognier, Fiano. The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.