1991 Southern Wind Bruce Farr Fast 72

Fortunato was the first of nine yachts built in the Southern Wind 72 series. Renowned for their build quality and Bruce Farr's exceptional design, these yachts are equally at home crossing oceans—effortlessly clicking off 200-mile days—or competing in long-distance racing. Fortunato will knock out those 200-mile days without disappointing the avid racer or the family and friends headed offshore for adventure. Celebrated for their strength, balance, and performance, the Southern Wind 72 is a true thoroughbred, and Fortunato is an excellent example of the pedigree.

On deck, Fortunato features sleek hull and deck lines, a secure center cockpit, wide side decks, and generous fore and aft deck spaces that make moving around the boat safe and comfortable. Most running rigging leads aft to the cockpit, allowing for efficient, confident short-handed sailing.

Below, Fortunato's interior is finished in warm, honey-colored varnished teak, creating a timeless and inviting atmosphere. The layout includes a spacious master cabin aft, two well-appointed guest cabins forward, and dedicated crew quarters with a private head—ideal for extended cruising or professional crewed operation.

Over the years, Fortunato has benefited from numerous upgrades, including several recent improvements that keep her modern, reliable, and ready to sail anywhere in the world.

FORTUNATO: A Southern Wind 72 Built to Deliver

Fortunato recently completed a comprehensive $100,000 refit, including

• Bimini top


• Cockpit cushions


• Batteries, house, engine, & generator


• Headliners throughout the cabin


• Interior lighting upgrades


• Added floor lighting in cabin


• Air conditioning – 2 new units (of 5 total)


• Spreader lights


• Boom vang


• Full engine service


• Generator service


• Haul out and bottom paint

Southern Wind 72’s are known for a reason: Bruce Farr's design combines ocean-crossing capability with racing pedigree. Fortunato proves it. She'll click off 200-mile days effortlessly, whether you're chasing a new anchorage or competing in serious long-distance racing. These yachts reward strong sailing, and this one is an excellent example.

On deck, Fortunato features secure center cockpit, wide side decks, and generous fore/aft spaces. She has everything you need for safe, comfortable movement. Most running rigging leads aft, so short-handed sailing is both efficient and confident.

Below, warm honey-teak interiors create an inviting atmosphere. The layout works: spacious master aft, two well-appointed guest cabins forward, and dedicated crew quarters with separate head. Perfect for extended cruising or professional crewed operation and performance, and FORTUNATO is an excellent example of the pedigree.

FORTUNATO features sleek hull and deck lines, a secure center cockpit, wide side decks, and generous fore and aft deck spaces that make movement around the boat safe and comfortable. Most running rigging leads aft to the cockpit, allowing for efficient and confident short-handed sailing.

Below deck, FORTUNATO’s interior is finished in warm, honey-colored varnished teak, creating a timeless and inviting atmosphere. The layout includes a spacious master cabin aft, two well-appointed guest cabins forward, and dedicated crew quarters with their own head, ideal for extended cruising or professional crewed operation