and aged in neutral oak before blending
This wine is classically 100% Chardonnay
Pair it with a duck terrine
and four years of bottle aging before disgorgement
“San Valentino” comes partly from young vines (a dozen years old or younger) which Bea sees as not quite ready for prime time in one of his crus
Occhipinti 'SM' Vino di Contrada Sicilia Bianco, 2024 timorasso and aged in neutral oakA 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