Meet the Winemaker: Patricia Tòth of Planeta, Sicily

About this course

This guided tasting uses a selection of Planeta wines to examine the contrasts between Sicily’s wine-growing areas, including Menfi, Vittoria, Noto, Mount Etna and Capo Milazzo. Patricia Tòth will discuss how local soils, climates, grape varieties and winemaking traditions shape the wines, while placing them within Planeta’s family history and approach to organic viticulture. The session also considers the relationship between wine, Sicilian culture and the landscapes in which the estates operate.

What you'll learn

• Compare wines associated with different Sicilian terroirs
• Identify how soils, climates and locations influence wine character
• Explore the roles of indigenous and international grape varieties in Sicily
• Describe aspects of Planeta’s winemaking history and organic viticulture

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels. It is designed for learners who want to explore Sicilian wine, whether they already know the region or are approaching its diversity for the first time.