Arianna Occhipinti SP68 Rosso (2022)
Arianna Occhipinti’s estate is in the southeastern corner of Sicily near Monti Iblei, where she cultivates 8 acres of vineyard according to biodynamic methods, and leaves 40 acres uncultivated to promote a local ecosystem in greater balance. Her SP68 wines, named for the road (Strada Provinciale) that runs past her house, are blends, the red a blend of Nero d’Avola and Frappato. With pure aromas of cherry, plum, herbs, and licorice, the wine is juicy and penetrating, with smooth fruit flavors framed by fresh acidity.
