Occhipinti SP68 Rosso 2022

Occhipinti SP68 Rosso 2022

“SP68” is the Strada Provinciale 68, the country road on which the Occhipinti winery and home vineyard lie. SP68 is a road but it is also a young wine. Cool and pleasant, with a delicate taste that it brings the flavour of the sun and the freshness of this land.

Arianna Occhipinti SP68 Rosso is an elegant, medium-bodied red wine hailing from the south-eastern region of Sicily in Italy. It is produced by the renowned winemaker, Arianna Occhipinti, who is known for her commitment to sustainable and biodynamic farming practices. This particular wine is a blend of equal parts of Frappato and Nero d’Avola grapes, which are hand-harvested and fermented with natural yeasts. It is aged in large oak barrels for 6 months, resulting in a smooth and well-balanced wine with notes of red cherry, raspberry, and black pepper. SP68 Rosso is an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, pasta dishes, and aged cheeses. Overall, this wine offers an authentic expression of the Sicilian terroir and is sure to impress wine enthusiasts with its finesse and complexity.

Critical Acclaim

90 Vinous

The remarkably pretty 2022 Rosso SP68 is perfumed with a blend of violets, roses, white pepper and dried strawberries. This is built on purity, with sweet herbal tones accentuating citrus-tinged wild berry fruits, all energized by brisk acidity. The SP68 finishes with a gentle, cheek-puckering tension, leaving a lovely lavender hint to fade slowly. Drink: 2023-2026.