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*2R* 2021 Arianna Occhipinti Sicilia Il Frappato (Sicily, IT)
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Cooler alpine and maritime climate wines with light-body and high acidity
*2R* 2021 Arianna Occhipinti Sicilia Il Frappato (Sicily, IT)
This organically-farmed Frappato comes from one of Sicily's most famous female winemakers, Arianna Occhipinti. The vines are 40 years old, growing at 280 meters above sea level. The wine is fermented with indigenous yeast and aged 14 months in barrel before being bottled unfiltered. Look for bright notes of strawberry, cinnamon, and raspberry puree. This is an ethereal, elegant red.
About The Varietal
Frappato
Frappato is a red grape variety known for its light body, and it is extensively cultivated on the southeastern coast of Sicily. These grapes produce wines with a cherry-red hue, aromatic qualities, and low tannin content. Varietal Frappato wines are light-bodied and exhibit a subtle resemblance to high-quality Beaujolais wines.
How To Enjoy
Enjoy with beef carpaccio, savory herbs, tomatoes, and mushrooms.
About The Producer
Arianna Occhipinti
Arianna Occhipinti is an esteemed Italian winemaker known for her work in the Sicilian wine region. Born in 1982 in Vittoria, Sicily, Arianna comes from a family with a rich winemaking tradition. She began her winemaking journey at a young age and officially started her own winery, Azienda Agricola Arianna Occhipinti, in 2004. Arianna gained recognition for her commitment to natural winemaking practices, emphasizing organic and biodynamic principles. She is associated with the revival of ancient Sicilian grape varieties, particularly Frappato and Nero d'Avola, and she strives to express the unique terroir of the Vittoria region in her wines.