Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2015 on 01.03.2021 with 89 of 100 points.
"Made entirely with Merlot aged in barriques, this has aromas of new leather, underbrush, eucalyptus, cassis and coconut. The aromas follow over to the medium-bodied palate along with prune and a hint of crushed mint. Drying tannins provide the framework. Drink through 2023. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2014 Falstaff:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2014 on 01.04.2019 with 91 of 100 points.
"Leuchtendes Rubin mit feinem Granatrand. Fein gezeichnete Nase mit ausgeprägten Noten nach Brombeere und Himbeere, im Hintergrund etwas dunkle Schokolade. Am Gaumen schönes Spiel, kraftvolles, gut eingebundenes Tannin, baut sich gut auf, feiner Schmelz, im Finale würzig."
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2014 on 01.12.2018 with 90 of 100 points.
"Made entirely with Merlot, this has inviting aromas of black plum, cedar and bay leaf. The concentrated, savory palate doles out black currant jam, clove, vanilla and mocha alongside fine-grained tannins. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2012 Falstaff:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2012 on 01.09.2016 with 91 of 100 points.
"Leuchtendes Rubin mit feinem Granatrand. Fein gezeichnete, einladende Nase mit feiner Himbeerfrucht. Am Gaumen kraftvolles, gut eingebundenes Tannin, baut sich gut auf, feiner Schmelz, im Finale würzig."
yr. 1999 Doctorwine:
88 of 100 Points.
"Doctorwine" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 1999 on 01.02.2015 with 88 of 100 points.
"A pure Merlot that aged 14 months in barriques and was a true surprise because while it used to be a hearty wine, with time it has acquired elegance and complexity. Its red color is full yet certainly not concentrated and over the years the aroma has shifted towards notes of humus and fine mushrooms, bark and pomegranate. The mouthfeel remains very soft and wrapping and while the finish is a bit abrupt but still clean."
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2015 with 90 of 100 points.
"Aromas of blackcurrant, dried plum, Mediterranean herb and espresso lead the nose. The smooth, round palate offers juicy black cherry, blackberry, ground pepper, mint and a light mineral vein alongside smooth, supple tannins."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2013 with 90 of 100 points.
"This is round, soft and velvety, with notes of cherry, blackberry, spice, leather and tobacco. With no sharp edges, its acidity is well balanced within the many layers of fruit."
yr. 2008 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2008 on 01.01.2012 with 90 of 100 points.
"Planeta's delicious Merlot opens with modern touches of spice and milk chocolate that enhance a solid core of red berry fruit. The tannins are soft and polished, but firm enough to give the wine impressive staying power."
yr. 2009 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2009 on 01.01.2012 with 88 of 100 points.
"Sito dell'Ulmo is a new vineyard-designated Merlot that combines pretty floral tones of red rose and spice with cherry, blackberry and rum cake. It shows a soft, fine texture that delicately caresses the palate."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
91 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2011 with 91 of 100 points.
"This full and generous Merlot (with a small percentage of Petit Verdot in the blend for extra richness) delivers beautifully elegant aromas of cherry, white mineral, spice, leather and dried tobacco. It is smooth and rich with a very fine quality of soft tannin."
yr. 2007 Falstaff:
90 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2007 on 01.05.2010 with 90 of 100 points.
"Sehr dichtes, dunkles Rubin. Intensive und klare Frucht, satt nach Brombeere, im Hintergrund dezent würzige Komponenten, einladend. Am Gaumen sehr stoffig, öffnet sich mit viel feinkörnigem, festem Tannin, beschreibt einen schönen Bogen, viel süßer Schmelz im Finale."
yr. 2006 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2006 on 01.01.2009 with 90 of 100 points.
"Planeta delivers a very likeable Merlot that showcases not only the purity of the variety, but the warmth and sunshine of Sicily. There are beautiful notes of plump cherry, succulent blackberry and exotic spice. The wine is perfectly integrated in terms of tannins and persistency."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2008 with 90 of 100 points.
"Fresh black cherries, coffee, chocolate, and delicate notes of crushed mint characterize this plump, juicy Merlot. It boasts a dark ruby color and nice concentration that feels supple and creamy in the mouth. There's just enough structure to avoid flabbiness and to suggest a pairing with braised lamb or grilled meat."
yr. 2005 Falstaff:
89 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2005 on 01.07.2007 with 89 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes, sattes Rubin; eröffnet in der Nase mit betont rauchigen Noten, leicht nach Speck, dahinter feine Brombeere; geschmeidig und samtig in Ansatz und Verlauf, öffnet sich sehr geradlinig, viel saftige und klare Brombeerfrucht, geschmeidig."
yr. 2003 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2003 on 01.01.2006 with 90 of 100 points.
"The intense spiciness of this wine cannot be exaggerated: Indian spice, nutmeg, cinnamon, cigar and toasted nuts appear full and thick on the nose and preface a dark, concentrated wine that leaves a velvety coating in the mouth."
yr. 2001 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2001 on 01.01.2003 with 90 of 100 points.
"Ripe Merlot that has intensity and concentrated black fruit flavors: this is a wine of depth as well as herbal and fruit flavors. Twelve months in French oak give a layer of vanilla, but the main effect is of the rich fruit."
yr. 1999 Wine Enthusiast:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 1999 on 01.01.2002 with 87 of 100 points.
"Bright mixed berry aromas are revved up even more with lots of black pepper on the nose. A creamy-cheese note from the bouquet carries over onto the palate, where the black fruit is tart and coated with charred-barrel flavors. Finish is dry and long, with lots of oak."
yr. 2013 Decanter World Wine Awards:
85 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2013 on 01.06.2017 with 85 of 100 points.
yr. 2008 Wine Spectator:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2008 on 01.08.2013 with 88 of 100 points.
yr. 2005 Wine Spectator:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2005 on 01.06.2008 with 87 of 100 points.
yr. 2004 Wine & Spirits Magazine:
87 of 100 Points.
"Wine & Spirits Magazine" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2004 on 01.06.2008 with 87 of 100 points.
yr. 2004 Wine Spectator:
86 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2004 on 01.12.2007 with 86 of 100 points.
yr. 2003 Wine Spectator:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Planeta Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Sicilia IGT" from the vintage 2003 on 01.04.2006 with 90 of 100 points.
