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alc./vol: 35%
Proof: 70°
Vintage: Non-vintage
Aged: No age statement
Product of:
Italy
A bittersweet liqueur based on aged grappa infused with roots herbs according to a Nonino family recipe that includes thyme (Thymus Vulgaris), quinine Bark (Chinchona Succirubra) , Gentian root (Gentiana Lutea) and Wormwood (Artemisia Absinthium.
Review and Tasting
Sampled before 1st May 2011
Appearance:
Clear, coppery golden amber.
Aroma:
Zesty orange, apricot, burnt caramel, herbs and delicate spice.
Taste:
Bittersweet. Caramel and sweet orange are balanced by gentian and quinine bitterness with delicate spice. Very complex with delicate notes of apricot and saffron.
Aftertaste:
Caramel sweetness with bitter gentian and quinine, and delicate spice.
Overall:
Bittersweet with layers of fruit, bitterness and spice built over a lightly spiritous caramel base.
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Product Information
Barcode UPC: 80543008700
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Synthetic stopper
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Synthetic stopper
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