2022

Il Frappato IGT Contrada Fossa di Lupo

Arianna Occhipinti zum Winzer

Red Wine Fruity

LAND/REGION

Italy,Sicily

Alcohol content:

13%

Classification:

Terre Siciliane IGT

Drinking temperature:

18°C

Grape Variety:

Frappato

Optimal drinking window:

5 to 10 years

Bright ruby red with deep reflections

Red plums, blackberries; developing exotic spicy notes

Light, fruity, fine spiciness, subtle depth

steak, hearty pasta dishes, game with root vegetables

Allergens

Contains sulfites

Closure

Natural cork

Training System

Alberello

Vegan

Yes

Abfüller Informationen

Azienda Agricola Arianna Occhipinti, SP68 Km 3, 97019 Vittoria (RG), IT

Öko Code Nummer

IT‑BIO‑014

The Il Frappato IGT Contrada Fossa di Lupo by Arianna Occhipinti is presented in a bright ruby red that shimmers in the depths. The wine's scent unfolds a seductive palette of ripe strawberries, floral jasmine and a touch of fresh herbs, creating an elegant and inviting nose. On the palate, it shows a balance of juicy fruitiness and firm, well-integrated tannin, with aromas of raspberries and a

light spice defining the aftertaste.

This wine is made exclusively from the Frappato grape variety, which is known for its bright, aromatic qualities. With an age of around 40 years, the vines give this wine remarkable depth and complexity. The Frappato grapes for this special wine come from the Contrada Fossa di Lupo, characterized by sandy soil with shades of red and limestone pebbles on the surface, which gives

the wine its unique mineral note.

The natural vegetation and mild climate of the region promote slow, uniform ripening of the grapes, which is essential for aromatic development. Viticulture is carried out using the “Alberello” (bush vine) method, a traditional and labor-intensive training system that ensures optimal solar radiation and air circulation

The vinification involves gentle pressing and maceration on the skins for 25 days in concrete tanks, followed by spontaneous fermentation. This promotes the expression of the terroir and the grape variety. The wine is then aged for six months in the same concrete tanks and for a further twelve months in Austrian oak barrels, which gives it structure

and durability.