COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Frappato, Nero d'Avola
PRODUCER
Arianna Occhipinti
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The SP68 Rosso by Arianna Occhipinti is a red wine from the Vittoria region of Sicily, produced under the Terre Siciliane IGT. It is a blend of 70% Frappato and 30% Nero d'Avola, reflecting the indigenous grape varieties of the area. The wine's name, SP68, refers to the provincial road that connects the vineyards and producers in the region, serving as a nod to the area's agricultural heritage and the historical trade routes for wine. Arianna Occhipinti, a prominent figure in natural winemaking, adheres to a philosophy of minimal intervention, focusing on organic and biodynamic farming practices to express the unique terroir of Vittoria. The vineyards are situated at approximately 280 meters above sea level, with soils composed of red sands and chalk from sub-Apennine limestone rocks.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the SP68 provincial road, a historic route for Sicilian farmers.
Fact 02
Tribute to the 'ghosts of ancestors' who traded wine along this route.
Fact 03
Uses cover crops like fava beans to enrich and maintain soil health.
Fact 04
Minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar is a core philosophy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The SP68 Rosso is produced using a natural winemaking approach. Grapes are fermented with indigenous yeasts, followed by a maceration period of about 15 days on the skins. The wine then ages for approximately six months in concrete tanks, a method that preserves its natural fruit profile and freshness. Prior to bottling, the wine undergoes no fining or filtration, and minimal sulfur dioxide is added. The vineyards are farmed using organic and biodynamic principles, with practices such as avoiding irrigation and using cover crops to maintain soil health. Harvest is manual, occurring in late September to early October.
