Description
Crafted by Italy’s oldest distillery, the Grappa Riserva 7 Anni Selezione Bortolo Nardini represents seven years of patience, mastery, and tradition. This exceptional grappa is distilled from carefully selected grape pomace and matured for seven years in Slavonian oak casks. The result is a rich, smooth spirit that pays tribute to the legacy of the Nardini family—distillers since 1779. It’s a rare expression that showcases what aged grappa can become when handled with reverence and precision.
Tasting Notes:
- Color: Deep golden amber
- Nose: Elegant and aromatic, with layered scents of dried fruit, toasted nuts, honey, and baking spices
- Palate: Velvety and complex, offering notes of fig, vanilla, tobacco, and a touch of dark chocolate
- Finish: Long and warming, with lingering spice and gentle oak undertones
Vital Stats:
- Base Material: Grape pomace from select Italian varietals
- ABV: 45%
- Aging: 7 years in Slavonian oak barrels
- Bottle Size: 750 mL
Ideal For:This aged grappa is best suited for seasoned spirits enthusiasts and Italian digestivo lovers. Enjoy it neat in a tulip glass at cellar temperature after a rich meal, or as a contemplative nightcap. For an enhanced tasting experience, pair it with dark chocolate or a fine cigar.
FAQ:1. Is this grappa sweet or dry?
Grappa Riserva 7 Anni is dry, with rich, oaky complexity and a smooth mouthfeel from its extended aging.2. How should I serve this grappa?
Serve it neat, slightly below room temperature, in a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate its aromas.3. What makes Nardini’s 7-year grappa special?
Its rarity lies in its age—seven years in oak adds deep flavor and smoothness, making it one of Nardini’s most refined expressions.
