Planeta Eruzione 1614 Nerello Mascalese 2018

In this edition of 14,000 bottles, the 2018 Sicilia Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 is a beautifully elegant and streamlined wine that reflects the precision and careful winemaking that is a hallmark of the Planeta family. This wine opens to fine and nuanced aromas of wild berry, cassis and rose. Etched mineral notes and light spice frame a core of pretty fruit. This is a classic Etna red that can be stretched out to a 10-year drinking window if desired, although there’s no reason not to enjoy this bottle straight out of the gate. Drink date: 2021-2028. Score – 93. (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Oct. 29, 2021)