Eruzione 1614 Carricante Sicilia DOC

Eruzione 1614 Carricante Sicilia DOC

  • Sicilia DOC, 
  • Sicily, 
  • italy

Latest Awards

  • 93 points A Best of Year 2022 Wine Enthusiast , December 2022
  • 90 points Decanter , November 2022
Background

Planeta’s journey began at Sambuca di Sicilia, on the estate owned by the family since the 1600s. Here, three enthusiastic young Sicilians, Alessio, Francesca and Santi Planeta, under the guidance of Diego Planeta, began their winemaking venture in the mid-1980s. Subsequent years were spent matching the extraordinarily diverse Sicilian soils with both indigenous and international varieties. Planeta today encompasses six distinct wine estates in five regions across Sicily; Ulmo at Sambuca di Sicilia, Dispensa at Menfi, Dorilli at Vittoria, Buonivini at Noto, Sciara Nuova on Etna at Castiglione di Sicilia, and the newest addition, La Baronia at Capo Milazzo. Each vineyard site is carefully cultivated with grapes that best compliment the local terroir.

TERROIR & VINTAGE NOTES

The history of Etna is studded with the historic eruptions which have shaped it. The eruption of 1614, lasted ten years and is the longest ever recorded, halted right on the border of the vineyards of Sciaranuova. Eruzione 1614 is a strongly evocative name for our Cru dell’Etna Carricante with a small addition of Riesling. The volcanic soils of Etna originate from the slow breaking down of the lava rock, from the abundant presence of ashes emitted from the crater and from organic substances. Black soils with lava sands provide extraordinarily rich minerals; surrounded by woods and more recent lava flows. The vines used to make this wine actually grow on the lava flow. 2

Winemaking & Aging

Grapes were harvested from Sept. 18–Oct. 22 and picked into crates and immediately refrigerated at 8°C. Grapes were hand-selected and sent for light destalking and soft pressing; The decanted must was racked, inoculated with yeasts and fermented at 15°C in stainless steel. The wine remained on the fine lees until June.

Tasting Notes

An explosion of aromas: white flowers and fruits which magically transport the drinker to the slopes of the volcano. Combines softness and boldness of taste with a drinkability rich with the authentic fruitiness of lemon peel and green apple, with a fascinating minerality which prolongs the finish. An extraordinary companion to fish-based dishes and ideal for any dishes enjoyed while entertaining by the sea.

93
Points
A Best of Year 2022

A subtle, delicate nose of salt, rocks, pears and thyme is the alluring result of this blend of mostly Carricante elevated with the presence of Riesling. The palate remains salty, but also nutty, lemony, and a little bit honeyed, creating a comforting balance that lasts through the long finish. Taub Family Selections. —D.C.

Wine Enthusiast - December 2022

91
Points

Aromas of apples, smoked lemons and nuts with some lemon grass. Some bruised apple, too. Medium to full body. Round texture with lovely fruit and a flavorful finish. Drink now. –J.S.

James Suckling - September 2022

90
Points

This white from Etna (labelled as Sicilia DOC) is an intriguing blend of 90% Carricante and 10% Riesling Renano. Planeta also make a 100% Riesling Renano under the Eruzione label, and it was the first Riesling to be produced in Sicily. The name alludes to the famous slow eruption which began in 1614 and lasted for 10 years. The lava flows reached the edge of Contrada Sciaranuova on the north slope, where the grapes for this wine are sourced at 815-860 metres above sea level. It's a delicious wine, the limey attack of the Riesling working beautifully with the juicy yellow plum and flint character of the Carricante. Touches of wax, lanolin and honeycomb lead to a hint of creaminess on the finish from several months of lees ageing. – J.B.

Decanter - November 2022

Appellation

Sicilia DOC

grape varieties

90% Carricante, 10% Riesling

Sizes

750ml

technical details
  • ABV: 12.8%
  • TA: 6.75 g/l
  • Ph: 3.26
  • Closure: Cork
  • Vegan
winemaker

Patricia Toth

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