Since founding her estate in Vittoria in 2004, Arianna Occhipinti has become one of Sicily’s most influential voices, helping to redefine the region through a commitment to organic farming, native varieties, and a deep focus on terroir. While her wines first gained acclaim for their transparency and elegance, her work has increasingly centered on exploring the nuances of Frappato through individual contrade, historic vineyard sites that reveal distinct expressions of the grape. Inspired by the great vineyard traditions of Burgundy and Barolo, Occhipinti’s Vini di Contrada project focuses on three neighboring but geologically distinct sites: Bombolieri (BB), Pettineo (PT), and Fossa di Lupo (FL). Each vineyard is farmed and vinified in the same way, allowing differences in soil, exposure, and microclimate to speak clearly. Together, these wines offer a compelling study of place, ranging from the mineral precision and energy of Bombolieri, to the fragrant fruit and graceful texture of Pettineo, to the earthy depth and structure of Fossa di Lupo. The result is a vivid portrait of Frappato and a testament to the remarkable diversity that exists within this small corner of southeastern Sicily.

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