Arianna Occhipinti, Grotte Alte 'Cerasuolo di Vittoria' 2021

Place: Sicily, Italy

Grape: Frappato, Nero

Vibe: Iconic

The benchmark Cerasuolo di Vittoria. No two ways about it, the appellation doesn't get better. Arianna is the undisputed queen in these parts, and here we've got a lovely interplay between the pomegranate-laden Frappato and the darker fruit of Nero. Complexity built in through rosy florals and earthen charm, all held together with a blood orange-like acidity. I'm crying. On fire right now and will age beautifully in the cellar too. ABV: 13%