Michael Godel

Predominantly nero d’Avola though some splashes of merlot soften the overall feel as it aids and abets this...

John Szabo, MS

Planeta's nero d'avola-based wine with a splash of merlot strikes a dense, ripe, plummy, leathery pose in 2020, with...

David Lawrason

This is designed to charm, but actually some serious backend structure that will see it age well. The nose is nicely...

Sara d'Amato

This Sicilian blend named "Contradanza" refers to a "country dance" where "partners move gracefully together and then...

Jason Solanki

85/15 Nero d'Avola & Merlot. Medium-high intensity nose offers a lovely, slightly perfumed bouquet of dried roses, floral, fresh & dried cherry, sweet spice & leather aromas w/ undertones of savoury earth & minerals. Medium-full bodied palate is dry & chewy w/ a fairly firm structure & delicious balsamic flavours joining the black cherry, floral, leather & spices. Some dried berry & floral characters add further interest. Lemony acids are fresh & juicy. Refined, slightly drying tannins have good grip & structure. Minerally & gently spicy on long, savoury finish. Tasted Apr. 2025. Score: 90+ pts

It's only wine but I like it

Dense and burly, with some chewy tannin, Red fruit, with some herbal notes and finishing a bit hot. Good wine but lacks a bit of charm. Maybe could use a bit more time? Tasted last night.

Planeta Controdanza Noto Nero D'avola 2020