Arianna's rosso version of SP68 is much more lifted and fresh than many examples of Nero d'Avola can be - the addition of Frappato giving some bright cherry crunch. Smoky, saline and with that waft of wild herbs so often to be imprinted in the DNA of Sicilian wine. A real pleasure and a lovely taste of this special Italian island.
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Arianna Occhipinti
Arianna Occhipinti winery is located on the island of Sicily off the coast of southern Italy. It was started just over 12 years ago by the beautiful young lady of the same name. Arianna had a mission to make wines that were for the soul and of Sicily, wines that could transport a person to the special place on which they came from. All of here wines are natural and organic.
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Nerello Mascalese
Nerello Mascalese is a red grape variety that comes from Italy, It is indigenous to Etna, Sicily, and was first mentioned in the 18th century. It is a child of Sangiovese and Mantonico Bianco. Nerello Mascalese is one of the most important native grape varieties across the vineyards of Sicily. Though it shines as the dominant variety in Etna Rosso blends. Siciliy has 3,985ha devoted to it.
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Sicily
Sicily is the island off the south coast of Italy. It is famous for being home to Mt Etna - now a region that is producing some of Sicily's most exciting red and white wines. Overall, Sicily is home to a raft of interesting whites and reds that are light and interesting to fuller in body and age-worthy.