Arianna Occhipinti 'SP68' Sicilia Rosso IGT, Sicily, Italy

A radiant expression of southern Sicily’s sun-kissed vibrancy, the 2023 SP68 Rosso marries delicate freshness with wild complexity. Light in body yet rich in nuance, it’s a wine that seduces with brightness while hinting at deeper, earth-driven character—perfect for everyday enjoyment or thoughtful sipping.

Product Details

• Vintage & Region: 2023, Sicilia IGT, Vittoria zone, Sicily, Italy
• Grape Variety: Approximately 70% Frappato and 30% Nero d’Avola
• Farming & Vinification: Certified organic and biodynamic; hand-harvested estate fruit; co-fermented spontaneously with native yeasts in concrete tanks; maceration lasting roughly 15 days; aged for about 6 months in concrete; bottled unfiltered with modest sulfur additions
• Alcohol: Around 12–12.5% ABV
• Production Volume: Small-lot, naturally crafted bottlings with limited annual allocations

Sensory Description
Pours a bright, slightly cloudy ruby red—an inviting sign of its natural vinification. Aromatically, it’s alive with wild red berries like raspberry, cherry, and mulberry, layered with floral essences of violets and wild roses, and underpinned by Mediterranean herbs, smoke, potpourri, and a trace of spice and earth. On the palate, the wine is refreshingly crisp with lively acidity, fine tannins, and a mineral touch leading to an elegant, clean finish. The 2023 vintage is especially expressive, delivering juicy fruit and rustic charm with just enough structure to make it both easy to drink and intellectually engaging.

Winemaker’s Background
Arianna Occhipinti, who began releasing her own wines in her early twenties, farms her estate biodynamically and organically in Vittoria, influenced by her uncle Giusto Occhipinti of COS fame. The SP68 line, named after the provincial road near her vineyards, embodies her minimalist and terroir-driven philosophy: native fermentation, extended maceration, concrete aging, minimal sulfur, and unfiltered bottling—all approaches that deliver transparent and soulful Sicilian wines.

Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly chilled at 55–60 °F to enhance its freshness and aromatic clarity. Ideal with grilled lamb, meaty fish, pizza, pasta with red sauce, or Sicilian antipasti. Its bright, herb-tinged fruit and balanced structure make it both a day-to-day pleasure and a natural pairing star.

The 2023 SP68 Rosso is a captivating, food-friendly red—“Sicily in a glass”—with spirited vibrancy, crystalline purity, and natural charm. A truly accessible yet distinctive expression of Arianna Occhipinti’s craft.