What kind of wine is Sicilia Rosso DOC 'Burdese' 2020 - Planeta?

The Sicilia Rosso DOC 'Burdese' 2020 - Planeta is an intense red wine with great personality, an authentic expression of the most elegant and powerful Sicily. Its name, "Burdese," means "Bordeaux-style" in the local dialect and refers to the classic French-origin blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. This blend, produced in limited quantities, combines the strength of Cabernet Sauvignon with the finesse of Cabernet Franc, offering a full-bodied wine with a significant tannic structure. It is one of Planeta winery's flagship labels, designed for those seeking a red wine for meditation as well as a highly authoritative table wine.

Vintage Details

The 2020 vintage in Sicily was characterized by a balanced climate, with mild temperatures and excellent diurnal temperature variation, elements that favored a slow and complete ripening of the grapes. The harvest took place between late September and early October, with perfectly healthy and concentrated bunches, ideal for obtaining a structured yet harmonious wine. The result is a Burdese that combines power and freshness, with a defined aromatic profile and a perfect balance between alcohol and acidity.

Winemaking and Aging

The fermentation of Sicilia Rosso DOC 'Burdese' 2020 - Planeta takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with a long maceration on the skins to best extract color, aromas, and structure. Subsequently, the wine is transferred to new French oak barriques (Allier) where it ages for about 15 months. The aging in wood gives complexity and softness, perfectly integrating the tannic components and adding spicy and toasted notes.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a deep ruby red color, with garnet reflections that speak of its concentration and evolutionary potential.

Nose

On the nose, it opens with broad and complex aromas of ripe black fruits – such as blackberry, blackcurrant, and plum – accompanied by hints of sweet tobacco, cocoa, and a slight balsamic touch. The perfectly integrated woody notes enrich the bouquet with elegant nuances of vanilla and fine spices.

Taste

In the mouth, the Burdese 2020 shows an imposing yet balanced structure. The tannins, dense and mature, support a full and harmonious body. The finish is long and enveloping, with returns of dark fruits and dark chocolate. It is a wine that combines strength and refinement, ideal for those who love structured yet elegant reds.

Food Pairings for Sicilia Rosso DOC 'Burdese' 2020 - Planeta

This Sicilian red finds its maximum expression when paired with intense and flavorful dishes. Perfect with:

• grilled or roasted red meats, such as a ribeye steak or a beef roast;
• game dishes, from wild boar to pheasant;
• aged and flavorful cheeses, such as Sicilian pecorino or Ragusano caciocavallo.

For curious palates, it is also interesting to try it with lamb ragout pasta or with spicy dishes, capable of standing up to its structure.

Storage and Aging

Knowing how to store Sicilia Rosso DOC 'Burdese' 2020 - Planeta wine is fundamental to maintaining its qualities. It is recommended to store it in a cool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations, ideally between 14 and 16 °C. The bottle should be stored horizontally to keep the cork moist and ensure a perfect seal over time. Thanks to its structure and the quality of the grapes, Burdese is an age-worthy wine: it can evolve positively in the bottle for over 10 years, developing further aromatic nuances and increasing in complexity. A great Sicilian red, capable of telling a new, ever deeper story each year.