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Brandy: Eau-de-Vie

BLUME MARILLEN AUSTRIA Apricot Eau-de-Vie #677550 / 750ml / $30.67

POLI DISTILLERIE ITALY, VENETO Arzente M #141561 / 1.75L / $220.00

Afine 10-YO, single-vintage brandy distilled fromwinemade from Trebbiano di Soave, low in alcohol, tannins and acidity, It combines the aromas of Trebbiano with toasty notes from oak maturation; smooth, mouth filling and elegant. Ciliegie #692419 / 750ml / $63.99 A clear fruit brandy made from white Durona cherries in the Marostics Hills in the Veneto. Aromatic with notes of cherry blossom and almonds and smooth on the palate. The fruit was fermented in stainless steel tanks before distillation, then aged for at least six months in stainless steel. Lamponi #692407 / 750ml / $65.99 A clear brandy with aromas of wild red raspberries from the mountains of FriuliVenezia-Giulia. On the palate, it is warming, full-bodied and sensual with a, smooth finish. Pere #659469 / 750ml / $47.99 Pere di Poli is a clear brandy made from Williams pears from the alpine Trentino-Alto Adige region. Pere di Poli has pronounced aromas of ripe pears and white blossom. The palate is soft, with flavors that persist long into the finish.

Famed for its delicate floral bouquet and a long, elegant finish. Over 4½ lbs of Klosterneuburger apricots are distilled for each 375ML bottle. For over 40 years the Purkhart family has produced this lovely eau-de-vie that embodies the apricot orchard in full bloom. Un-aged fruit brandy best lightly chilled as a digestif. “Top EDV Producers - with Excellent Bottlings” Wine & Spirits MASSENEZ FRANCE, ALSACE Founded in 1870 in Alsace, Distillerie G. E. Massenez is one of the last family-owned firms dedicated to the production of traditional, top-quality eaux de vie and liqueurs. Born in a family of distillers from father to son, G.E. Massenez with his exceptional savoir-faire continues with success the traditional art of distilling eaux de vie which is still particularly alive in the Ville region on Alsace. Poire Williams Pear Brandy w/Pear Bottle #373235 / 750ml / $53.15 Juicy and mouthwatering, with lots of bold fruit on the palate plus a subtle flick of vanilla, this Williams pear brandy would make a lovely dessert accompaniment or after-dinner sip. Gift-worthy presentation includes a pear-shaped bottle with a whole pear imprisoned inside. Alcohol 40%.” 98pts “Top 100 Spirits 2015” Wine Enthusiast Kirsch Vieux Cherry Brandy #107790 / 750ml / $37.99 The Kirsch eau-de-vie is a clear brandy made from double distilling the fermented juice of small black Morello cherries. A clean and well-made eau-de-vie with cherry from the fruit and faint almond notes. 4-1/2 Stars Difford’s Guide

PURKHART AUSTRIA Poire William Eau-de-Vie #677484/ 750ml / $29.33

Purkhart Pear Williams Brandy uses only “Williams” pears from South Tirol, whose pears are prized for their opulent, creamy ripe fruit fragrance. For over 40 years the Purkhart family has produced this delicate and beautifully balanced eau-de-vie to an exacting standard. “Top EDV Producers” Wine & Spirits

MISS ALL IN INGREDIENTS 3 cl Williams Pear Eau-de-Vie Massenez® 2 cl Blackberry cream Massenez® 8 cl of cranberry juice. DIRECTIONS Put ice in a shaker, Shake, and serve in a long drink glass. Decorate with a brochette of Griottines®

— MASSENEZ.COM

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