Il Frappato IGT Sicilia 2023 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Il Frappato IGT Sicilia 2023 1500ml Magnum by Occhipinti

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, pale ruby red with cherry-red reflections. In magnum format, the wine shines with particular clarity and vibrancy – a youthful Sicilian of striking transparency.

Nose

Seductively fresh and expressive: redcurrants, strawberries and sour cherries dominate, accompanied by subtle notes of rose petals, Mediterranean herbs and a hint of white pepper. The aromatics are clearly defined, without any heaviness – pure elegance.

Palate

Here the true finesse of Frappato reveals itself: silky-soft texture combined with refreshing vitality. Crisp acidity meets fine-grained tannins that caress rather than grip. Moderate 12.5% alcohol underscores the approachable character. Red fruits traverse the palate with crystalline precision, accompanied by a mineral saltiness that recalls proximity to the Mediterranean.

Finish

Medium-length and refreshing, with lingering fruit aromas and a fine herbal spice. The wine practically demands the next sip – a classic hallmark of great drinking wines.

Terroir & Origin

From the vineyards of Fossa di Lupo at the foot of the Iblei Mountains near Vittoria, the historic heart of Sicilian Frappato cultivation. The limestone-rich soils and Mediterranean climate impart the wine’s characteristic freshness and minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Frappato, biodynamically cultivated by Arianna Occhipinti, one of Italy’s leading natural wine pioneers. Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts, minimal cellar intervention – the philosophy is: let the grape variety speak.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A versatile food companion: perfect with grilled tuna, Pasta alla Norma, Vitello tonnato or spicy tomato dishes. Also a revelation with roasted vegetables and semi-aged Pecorino. Serve lightly chilled at 14-16°C.

Special Features

The magnum bottle guarantees slower, more harmonious maturation. Arianna Occhipinti, niece of the legendary Giusto Occhipinti (COS), ranks among the most influential winemakers of her generation. Her Frappato is the essence of Sicilian lightness – a wine that effortlessly unites tradition and modernity.