2022 Occhipinti 'FL' Frappato

Fossa di Lupo is one of Arianna Occhipinti’s most important labels, a historic vineyard site in Vittoria that has been central to her work since the beginning. Facing the Iblei Mountains to the north-east, it gives Frappato a distinctive profile: bright and fruit-driven, but with an austere line, firm acidity and a more vertical sense of structure.

Made from 100% Frappato, the wine ferments in cement tanks with indigenous yeasts and spends 20 days on the skins. It then matures for 20 months in 2000L oval concrete tanks, preserving purity and energy while giving the wine depth, texture and definition.

In the glass, it shows a luminous ruby colour. The nose is vivid and expressive, with wild strawberry, red cherry, blood orange, mint, white smoke, dried flowers and a subtle earthy note. On the palate, it is graceful and precise, with silky texture, vibrant red and blue fruit, fine tannins and a lifted, floral finish.

A serious single Contrada Frappato, shaped by freshness, restraint and territorial clarity. More vertical than generous, it speaks through tension, aromatic detail and quiet persistence.

Perfect with grilled fish, roast chicken, pork, mushrooms, vegetable dishes, light game, charcuterie and refined Sicilian cuisine.

Serve: 14–16 °C
Drink: 2025–2034