Cantine Ferrandes Ferrandes Rosso Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2021
Planeta
Planeta's Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a masterclass in Sicilian restraint. The Nero d'Avola and Frappato blend achieves a balance between richness and freshness that makes it endlessly drinkable. A serious wine that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Nose
Bright red cherry and wild strawberry jump from the glass, followed by dried Mediterranean herbs and a subtle violet perfume. There's a saline, mineral quality underneath that hints at the volcanic terroir.
Palate
Medium-bodied with a juicy, almost crunchy texture. Cherry dominates alongside hints of dried rose petal and a faint minty coolness. The tannins are silky and unobtrusive, letting the fruit speak clearly.
Finish
Clean and refreshing with lingering cherry and a savory, herbal close.
- Varietal
- Nero d'Avola
- Blend
- 60% Nero d'Avola, 40% Frappato
- Vineyards
- Dorilli vineyard, Vittoria, Sicily
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
Food Pairing
Arancini with ragù and fresh mozzarella
The Ferrandes family, working under the Planeta umbrella, farms organically in the red clay and limestone soils near Vittoria, where Nero d'Avola and Frappato have been co-planted for centuries.
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