The Winery Planeta of Vittoria of Sicily
The Winery Planeta is one of the world's great estates. It offers 44 wines for sale in of Vittoria to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The Planeta Estate is an iconic Italian vineyard located in Vittoria, a charming town in the heart of Sicily. It is the jewel in the crown of the Sicilian wine industry, as it has managed to perfectly marry tradition and innovation, making it a symbol of Italian modern winemaking. The estate covers some 390 hectares of vineyards which are dispersed in several regions of Sicily, with estates in Vittoria, Noto, Sambuca, and Menfi. The vineyard in Vittoria in particular, is especially appreciated for its indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Frappato which are used to produce Cerasuolo di Vittoria, a world-renowned Sicilian red wine. The history of Planeta Estate goes back over 400 years, a time when the Planeta family started cultivating grapes. Over the generations, the Planeta family has accumulated immense knowledge and expertise in viticulture, enabling the estate to produce wines of the highest possible quality. The estate's current winemaking methodology dates back to the 1980s, when Diego Planeta introduced modern technologies into the winemaking process, thus improving the quality and consistency of their wines. The aesthetic of Planeta Estate is absolutely breathtaking. The vineyard is situated on a hilly terrain that is dotted with undulating hills, lush agricultural land, and vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see. The estate is adorned with several traditional Sicilian-style buildings, including the wine cellar and the Planeta family home. The wine cellar, a tasting place that is both rustic and chic, provides a unique atmosphere for tasting the wonderful wines of the estate. Planeta Estate is a must-visit destination for wine lovers.
