Occhipinti Sp68 Rosso
| Vintage: | 2022 |
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| Description: | Arianna Occhipinti's winery has a small output with a big following, and we're excited to offer a couple of her popular reds for a very limited time. The moment is right, because these are perfect wines for Spring and Summer !. Arianna Occhipinti has been one of the stars of the modern-day Italian wine scene for her minimalist winemaking philosophy and the quality to back it up. Some might call these "natural" wines, but for her the term is loaded with complications and misconceptions; to her they are simply "wines of place," in little need of her interventions. That place is Vittoria, in the southeastern part of Sicily where she grew up. The beauty of the vine is that its variations like Frappato and Nero d'Avola have adapted wonderfully to this hot, dry place that feels the brunt of the sirocco winds from North Africa. Now's your chance to get these delicious, vibrant and well-balanced Mediterranean wines!. The SP68 Rosso is the lightweight red from Occhipinti, perfect for chilling down (55-58F). It's her take on a traditional blend of the Vittoria area that goes back to the 1600s. With less extraction from the skins and bottling after a brief 6 months in concrete, it has a very fresh and pure profile of juicy, vibrantly red-fruited Frappato (~70%) and slightly darker, spicier Nero d'Avola (~30%). The light, crisp structure driven by tangy acidity and a dusting of crisp tannins create a mouthwatering saline mineral edge to the fruit. This is a great aperitif red that you can serve with appetizers, cured meats and fresh cheeses. Organically Farmed. |
| Price: | $ 29.98 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Hi-Time Wine Cellars
| Address: |
250 Ogle Street Costa Mesa, CA 92627 United States |
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| Telephone (toll-free): | 800-331-3005 |
| Telephone (regular): | 949-650-8463 |
| Fax: | 949-631-6863 |
First added to 1000 Corks on June 6, 2024.
