Villacidro Murgia Giallo saffron liqueur

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 40%

Proof: 80°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: Unaged

Product of: Product of Italy Italy

This semi-sweet liqueur is flavoured with saffron and 19 other herbs, roots, berries and resins. Villacidro Giallo's bright yellow colour comes from the use of Tartrazine (E102) and Quinoline yellow (E104).

Sardina’s most famous liqueur, Villacidro Murgia Giallo was first advertised in 1889 in the Unione Sarda newspaper.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 08/03/2015

Appearance:

Clear, bright yellow with heavy sedimentation.

Aroma:

Pungent liquorice, anise, saffron and pine with herbal and spice complexity.

Taste:

Intense pine, anise and saffron with light spice and underlying herbs. Notes reminiscent of Galliano L’Authentico.

Aftertaste:

Lingering anise and saffron.

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Product Information

Barcode UPC: 8003252000028
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Screw / Stelvin cap

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