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NARDINI SPIRITS ITALY, VENETO Nardini Spirits of Northern Italy has amassed two centuries of distilling expertise and through rigorous quality control - from local vine to bottle, Nardini grappas are not only excellent, but completely consistent, year after year. Many producers rely on spectacularly ornate glass bottles to sell product – Nardini is about what’s inside and prefers classic simple elegance and tradition. Aquavite #741961 / 1.0Ll / $28.67

Grappa Riserva 15 Year Grappa 100 H #692371 / 375ml / $74.99

Smooth, intense, and complex. The experience of tasting it is the product of an exceptional 15-year aging process in Slavonian oak barrels. Ingredients: Pomace of grapes harvested in the foothills of Veneto and Friuli Regions of Italy. Process: Traditional, vacuum-sealed steam still with double rectification; aged for 15 years in Slavonian oak barrels. Delicate, fresh, and fragrant. Grappa 40 offers a moment of serenity, a refreshing change of pace with a rich, complex aroma and a soft, light fragrance. A grappa for any occasion, a favorite among the young and the young- at- heart. Ingredients: Pomace of grapes harvested in the foothills of Veneto and Friuli Regions of Italy. Process: Traditional, vacuum-sealed steam stilll with double rectification. Ruta Grappa Riserva Green Label Grappa 80 H #972475 / 375ml / $19.22

Excellently balanced, this is a delightfully complex yet elegant grappa with notes of jasmine tea and gingerbread. Grappa Green Label 80

#725357 / 1.0L / $33.33 #495523 / 375ml / $21.99

This 40% Nardini bottling was launched as a more approachable strength than its classic 40% ABV. Grapey woody notes with white chocolate, milk chocolate, roasted almonds and white pepper spice. 94pts Great Value Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016 Grappa Bianca White Label 100 Far and away Italy’s best-selling premium grappa, Nardini Bianca remains unchallenged as the connoisseur’s benchmark. Authentically high in strength, ‘Bianca’ fills the palate with an exciting sparkle, then—largely thanks to its fine balance and extraordinary distillation quality— surprises the drinker with its remarkably gentle follow- through. One of Italy’s bestselling premium grappas. Grappa Riserva White Label 100 #659436 / 1.0L / $44.67 303266 / 375ml / $22.99

#725228 / 1.0L / $35.33 #827256 / 375ml / $17.07

Each bottle of Ruta (Infused with Rue) features a large sprig of rue, a bitter herb that gives this unusual grappa a delightfully astringent flavor. Mandorla

#725234 / 1.0L / $35.33 #692383 / 375ml / $20.29

While almond aroma is well to the fore, Nardini employs a cherry distillate to balance the nut’s naturally bitter flavor. Mandorla has a slightly sweet aftertaste, making it a natural first-time grappa for those new to the spirit. Excellent as a sour or an Alexander, Mandorla achieved the highest rating (Superb) in the prestigious F. Paul Pacult’s Spirit Review in 2005. “Very Good/Strong Recommendation” Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2017

#725231 / 1.0L / $49.99 #149232 / 375ml / $28.67

Grappa Riserva is a fine grappa, made from the pomace of Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot and Friulano grapes from the alpine foothills of Friuli. Smooth, complex flavors result from an average of five years aging in Slavonian oak barrels.

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