"Siccagno" Nero d'Avola IGT 2021

Overview

Arianna Occhipinti "Siccagno" Nero d'Avola IGT 2021 is a bold and expressive red wine from one of Sicily's most celebrated natural winemakers. Made exclusively from the indigenous Nero d'Avola grape, this wine reflects the island's unique terroir with elegance and depth. With its combination of ripe fruit, earthy notes, and vibrant acidity, "Siccagno" offers a true representation of Sicily's rich winemaking heritage. The wine is crafted with minimal intervention, allowing the purity of the fruit and the character of the land to shine through.

Vinification and Aging

• Fermentation: The wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation using native yeasts in cement tanks, which helps preserve the wine's natural flavors and complexity.
• Aging: Aged for 12 months in large, neutral oak casks to allow the wine to develop depth and integration without overpowering the fruit character.
• Bottling: Bottled without filtration or fining, ensuring the wine retains its full expression and natural integrity.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with slight garnet hues, reflecting its maturity and potential for aging.
• Aroma: On the nose, "Siccagno" offers intense aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries, with subtle undertones of dried herbs, tobacco, and a touch of Mediterranean spice.
• Palate: The palate is full-bodied and structured, with flavors of dark fruit, herbs, and a hint of leather. The wine's balanced acidity brings freshness and lift, while the tannins are fine and smooth, providing a long and harmonious mouthfeel.
• Finish: The finish is persistent, with lingering notes of dark fruit, spice, and a touch of earthiness, leaving a lasting impression of balance and complexity.

Food Pairing

"Siccagno" pairs wonderfully with a variety of rich, flavorful dishes. It complements grilled meats, roasted lamb, and Sicilian-style pasta dishes with tomato-based sauces. Aged cheeses, such as Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano, are also excellent companions to this wine.

Serving Recommendations

• Serving Temperature: Best served at 16–18°C (61–64°F) to allow the wine’s full complexity and character to emerge.
• Decanting: Decanting is recommended for an hour to fully open up the aromas and soften the tannins, particularly for younger bottles.

Aging Potential

With its robust structure, well-integrated tannins, and balanced acidity, "Siccagno" 2021 has excellent aging potential. It can be cellared for 8–12 years, evolving in the bottle to develop greater complexity and tertiary flavors of leather, earth, and dried fruit.