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The vineyards are farmed organically and biodynamically on sandy, calcareous soils, with fermentation using indigenous yeasts and ageing in concrete tanks to preserve purity and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright and expressive, the 2023 vintage shows aromas of wild strawberries, sour cherry, violets, Mediterranean herbs and subtle spice. The palate is juicy and vibrant, with crunchy red fruit, fine tannins, mineral freshness and a long savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true Appellance-style red: natural, elegant and full of personality. 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Arianna Occhipinti has become a reference point for modern Sicilian winemaking, championing indigenous varieties and proving that Sicily can produce wines of incredible elegance, freshness and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Frappato\u003c\/strong\u003e grown organically and biodynamically in the hills of Vittoria, this wine is a pure expression of the grape and its sandy, calcareous terroir. Fermented with native yeasts, with gentle extraction and ageing that preserves its natural energy, Il Frappato is all about purity, vibrancy and place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage shows beautiful aromas of wild strawberry, sour cherry, violets, Mediterranean herbs and subtle spice. On the palate it is bright and refined, with silky tannins, fresh acidity, delicate minerality and a long savoury finish. 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COS has been at the forefront of organic and minimal-intervention winemaking since 1980, reviving ancient techniques while allowing the unique character of Vittoria's soils and indigenous grapes to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cstrong\u003eNero d'Avola and Frappato\u003c\/strong\u003e, the traditional grapes of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Pithos Rosso is fermented with native yeasts and aged in underground terracotta amphorae. This ancient method creates a wine of incredible purity, texture and energy, with the fruit expression preserved while adding depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage shows aromas of wild cherry, red berries, violets, Mediterranean herbs and earthy spice. The palate is vibrant and elegant, with juicy red fruit, fine tannins, refreshing acidity and a long savoury, mineral finish. Light on its feet but full of character, it captures the wild soul of Sicilian winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true benchmark natural red wine: amphora-aged, organically farmed and full of personality. 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