Il Frappato is sourced from two vineyards, Bastonaca and Fossa de Lupo, planted on sandy and limestone soils. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged for 18 months in large Slavonian (30%) oak barrels and concrete (70%). Light in color yet remarkable in complexity with notes of cherry, raspberry, dried herbs, black tea and white pepper. Medium-bodied with juicy fruit and mineral notes.
Producer description:
Arianna Occhipinti is a talented young biodynamic winemaker who is making a name for herself. She quickly realised Frappato’s potential and has been experimenting with unique clones, single sites and old vines to create characterful wines rooted in Sicilian tradition. Aged only 22 when she released her first vintage, her wines have generated great interest amongst critics ever since. She has also featured in Stanley Tucci's TV Show "Searching for Italy".
Style:
Still Red
Vintage:
2022
Dryness:
Dry
ABV:
14
Size:
75cl
Delivery:
4 weeks
Available:
3
Critic Scores
Decanter | 91
This Frappato from 40-year-old vines in Vittoria is vinified using wild yeasts, followed by a 20- to 30-day maceration then maturation for 18 months: 30% in large Slavonian oak barrels and 70% in concrete. Sweet and leafy red fruit scents introduce an energetic palate; intense, airy and tangy. It's light and juicy but with clear verticality supported by chalky tannins.
Robert Parker | 93
Showing lots of varietal character, the 2021 Il Frappato reveals dusty red stone, wild berry and a hint of sweet apricot. The wine is firm and tense, yet it also manages an absolutely weightless approach that makes it so easy and fun to drink. It embraces a contemporary style that would pair with the healthy foods we want to eat today, with lots of vegetables and white meats.
James Suckling | 95
This is so good to taste with vibrant aromas and flavors of sliced fresh strawberries, lemon zest and Sicilian orange. The acidity just lifts this light- to medium-bodied wine to a different level and ends with crunchy and bright fruit that is so refreshing to drink. So good that I would drink it for breakfast! Enjoy this now.
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