2024 Arianna Occhipinti - Sicilia Rosso DOC SP68 (750ml)

A live-wire expression of Sicilian viticulture, the 2024 Arianna Occhipinti SP68 Rosso DOC blends mountain-sourced Nerello Mascalese with coastal Frappato to create a structured yet approachable regional red.

On aromatic display are pressed wild strawberries, red currant, and cracked black pepper, grounded by earthy notes of dried mint, wet clay, and faint tobacco. The palate mirrors this profile with medium weight, bright acidity, and fine, dusty tannins that cleanse without drying. A persistent saline minerality carries the experience onto a long, food-ready finish.

Serve between 55°F and 60°F to highlight the wine’s natural tension. Pairs effectively with charcuterie boards, wood-fired pizzas, grilled vegetable antipasti, braised short ribs, and aged sheep’s milk cheeses. Works equally well as an aperitif poured over ice or alongside tomato-based pastas.

The 2024 harvest yielded balanced sugar-to-acidity levels, resulting in a vintage that drinks comfortably young while retaining the backbone for three to five additional years. Store horizontally in a stable, cool environment to maintain seal integrity and preserve bottle condition.