2021 IL FRAPPATO

TRY ME IF YOU LOVE: Pinot Noir, Cru Beaujolais & lighter reds

ABV: 12.5%

GRAPES: 100% Frappato

TASTING NOTES: Bright ruby red, on the nose there are scents of violet, iris, raspberry, morello cherry, blackcurrant and spicy hints of pink pepper and herbs. Medium-bodied, it has crisp, juicy fruit wrapped in a fine and elegant tannic texture, accompanying a persistent, fresh finish.

PAIRS WITH: Charcuterie, poultry and white meat

SERVE ME: Just below room temperature, store the bottle somewhere cool.

Arianna Occhipinti is the niece of COS winemaker Guisto Occhipinti, so has winemaking in her blood.

Her estate lies near to Vittoria, just off the SP68 road which lends its name to some of her wines. Guided by her uncle, she's been making wine here for well over ten years now.

I was lucky enough to visit the winery this year and have to say its absolutely stunning (her family also has a few architects in it) well worth a visit if in Sicily. Super interesting exploring the non-interventionalist approach she takes in the cellar, allowing the wine to find its own space.