2023 Planeta Passito di Noto 500ml

94 Points John Caro
In stock
A stunning dessert wine from the island of Sicily. Composed entirly from the ancient Moscato Bianco grape, this extraordinary dessert wine was produced from grapes harvested at an already-advanced ripeness, after which they were laid out and dried to only half their original weight. Rich in ripe stone fruit and tropicals, with defined florals, this delicious sticky also offers a perfectly poised freshness. Gorgeous stuff to drink now or cellar.
$59.99 in mixed 6+ or $66.99 per bottle

Grape

Moscato Bianco

Its Origins

"Diego Planeta, along with Giacomo Rallo of Donnfugata and Lucio Tasca d’Almerita, is one of the three founding fathers of the “Sicilian wine renaissance” sparked 10 to 15 years ago. Cousins Francesca, Santi and Alessio Planeta hold the reigns to the estate today and have developed one of the most innovative and modern wine entities in Italy (they are among the most “liked” wineries on Facebook). The Planeta family boasts a gifted hand in marketing and their hard work has only helped to develop the “Sicily” brand within the many foreign markets they penetrate." Parker's Wine Advocate, Monica Larner

What The Critics Say

93/100 Vinous, Eric Guido (2022 vintage)

"The 2022 Passito di Noto seduces with an opulent blend of mint and candied ginger, giving way to peach preserves and dried mangos. While weighty and sweet upon entry, this possesses exceptional freshness and lightness of being, with ripe nectarine and tropical melon energized by a core of lime and brisk acidity. The 2022 leaves an array of confectionery spice and sour citrus tones to play contrasts upon the palate, tapering o with dramatic length and nesse. The Passito di Noto nishes at 178 grams of residual sugar and, while obviously sweet, has a balance that is simply stunning."

Variety Muscat
Region Sicily
Closure Cap
Volume 500ml
Alcohol 12.50%
Maturity 2025 - 2035

This Wine Goes Well With

with BLUE CHEESE
with DESSERT
with STRONG CHEESE

Taste

4

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