Occhipinti 'SM' Vino di Contrada Sicilia Bianco, 2024

Occhipinti 'SM' Vino di Contrada Sicilia Bianco, 2024

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A striking expression of 100% Grillo from the Santa Margherita contrada in southeastern Sicily, the 2024 SM offers aromas of citrus peel, white flowers, quince, and crushed stone. The palate is textured yet vibrant, combining ripe orchard fruit with saline minerality, subtle herbal notes, and a gentle phenolic grip from brief skin contact. Fresh acidity carries through a long, savory finish marked by sea-spray salinity and limestone tension. Excellent with grilled Mediterranean seafood, shrimp arancini, crudo, roasted white fish, or Sicilian dishes such as sardines with citrus and herbs. Its combination of texture, freshness, and mineral drive also pairs beautifully with vegetable-forward dishes and light poultry preparations.

  • Dry
  • Medium Bodied
  • Organic
  • Biodynamic
  • Vin Natural
  • Medium Acid
  • Fruit Forward

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At The Wise Old Dog, we have proudly championed the wines of Arianna Occhipinti for many years. Long before Sicily became one of the world's most exciting wine regions, Arianna was helping to redefine what Sicilian wine could be through her unwavering commitment to place, tradition, and thoughtful farming.

Raised in Vittoria in southeastern Sicily, Arianna returned home after studying viticulture and enology to work with the region's native varieties and historic vineyard sites. Starting with just a single hectare of vines, she quickly gained international recognition for wines that capture the beauty and individuality of Sicily's landscape.

Today, Arianna is regarded as one of Italy's most influential growers. Her vineyards are farmed organically and biodynamically, and her approach in the cellar is guided by restraint and respect for the vineyard. The result is a collection of wines that are vibrant, soulful, and unmistakably Sicilian.

From her beloved Frappato and Nero d'Avola bottlings to the distinctive Contrada wines, Arianna's work continues to inspire us and remains a cornerstone of our Cellars (and Tables when we have the chance to drink a bottle!).

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