{"product_id":"planeta-cabernet-franc-didacus-2020","title":"Planeta Cabernet Franc Didacus 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDidacus Cabernet Franc is a highly prestigious red wine produced by Planeta in Sicily, in the Menfi area. Made from Cabernet Franc grapes, it is vinified at a controlled temperature and then matures for twenty months in \u003cstrong\u003ebarrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where malolactic fermentation and regular bâtonnage enhance its complexity. To the eye, it displays an intense ruby red colour, revealing clear notes of \u003cstrong\u003ered fruit and spices\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is energetic, supported by an elegant structural texture and a long, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the vineyards of Piano del Sommacco, located in the territory of Sambuca di Sicilia at an altitude of around four hundred and fifty metres above sea level. The vines are trained on trellises with \u003cstrong\u003espur pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e, sinking their roots into soil composed of a balance of \u003cstrong\u003eclay, silt and sand\u003c\/strong\u003e, which imparts clarity and vigour to the sip. The agronomic management follows the \u003cstrong\u003eSOStain sustainability protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e, adopting controlled grassing to encourage the natural vitality of the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bunches are selected and harvested by hand to ensure a \u003cstrong\u003elimited yield\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances aromatic concentration. After fermentation at a controlled temperature, the wine matures in \u003cstrong\u003ebarrels\u003c\/strong\u003e benefiting from \u003cstrong\u003eperiodic bâtonnage\u003c\/strong\u003e. The protection of the vines is carried out using natural methods, employing beneficial insects and plant extracts. Soil fertility is regenerated through specific \u003cstrong\u003ecover crops\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as clover and yellow mustard, in full respect of the ecosystem's balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated to the founder Diego Planeta, \u003cstrong\u003eDidacus Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a passion for international grape varieties with the prestigious terroir of Sambuca di Sicilia. Born in the vineyards of Piano del Sommacco, in the \u003cstrong\u003eMenfi D.O.C.\u003c\/strong\u003e area, this exceptional wine embodies a profound ideal of elegance, family, and future. The entire production process strictly follows the \u003cstrong\u003eSOStain® sustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e protocol, carefully preserving the natural ecosystem. Consistently acclaimed by critics with scores of absolute excellence, it offers a memorable tasting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Planeta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44874347380907,"sku":"55185","price":64.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/planeta-cabernet-franc-didacus-2020_55185_1_7ada4bfd-ec4f-4003-ab6c-c1c06a1de91e.webp?v=1773757546","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-ch\/products\/planeta-cabernet-franc-didacus-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}