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Since 1779, a family passion for the true Italian spirit
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Acquavite di Vinaccia Nardini has been produced in Bassano del
Grappa since 1779,when the forefather Bortolo Nardini first arrived
from the Trentino region.Originally on his way to Venice, Nardini
stopped in this bustling little town,strategically situated at the
foothills of the Prealps, an area rich in vineyardson the banks of
the river Brenta and a major thoroughfare of commerce.Here, on the
eastern side of the famous Palladian covered wooden bridge, Bortolo
Nardini opened what is now the oldest grappa distillery in Italy.At
the Nardini headquarters on the bridge, you can find the historical
Grapperiawhere the seventh generation of the family still runs the
business with the same passionas the founder, expertly blending
tradition and innovation.
Since 1779, a family passion for the true Italian spirit
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Today Nardini products are produced in two distillation plants:
one in Bassano del Grappaand one in Monastier, both in the Veneto
region, in northern Italy.Grappa, obtained from the distillation of
grape pomace, is the traditional and only Italian spirit.The grape
pomace is sourced exclusively from the foothills of northeastern
Venetoand Friuli and personally selected by the Nardini family.The
destalked grape pomace is stored in the distillery within 24 hours
after pressingfor wine production, following a process of natural
fermentation, in airtight conditions,without the aid of yeast that
would lessen the quality of the final distillate.Distillation takes
place in autumn, following the harvest season,utilizing the
traditional vacuum-sealed steam method.The grappa is then carefully
selected by the Nardini family, relying on their two centuries of
experience and with the aid of the most advanced quality control
systems in the market today.
Distilleries
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In Bassano distillation takes place in a traditional pot still.
The water vapor is forcedthrough the naturally fermented grape
pomace, in a vacuum sealed system,which allows a lower distillation
temperature and avoids overheating of the pomacethat would
irreparably damage the taste and aromatic profile of the final
product.In Monastier the continuous steam distilling technique is
used, resulting in a cleanand balanced taste of the final spirit.
In both plants the distilled product is sentto the distillation
column where the concentration and selection of the noble part,or
“heart” of the grappa, takes place.This is a manual process carried
out by the master distiller using traditional methods.In a special
rectifying still, the heart of the grappa is then re-distilled in
orderto perfect the quality (double-rectification). The words
“doppia rettificata”on the original label are proof that Nardini
has always adopted this process to ensurethe highest quality of its
distillates.
The Process
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The product obtained from the two distilleries is then expertly
blended to guarantee a consistent tasting and aromatic profile,
then cold-filtered in the final phase of production; this complex
method, implemented by Nardini,guarantees one uniform product of
the highest quality.As an environmentally-conscious company,
Nardini has adopted a systemfor the re-use of the distilled pomace
and its transformation into new resources.After distillation, the
pomace is recovered and dried in order to separateits components,
which are then later utilised in the cosmetic and food
industry.
The Process
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The Nardini wording on their labels Aquavite di Vinaccia,
synonymous with grappawhen produced in Italy, has rigorously
maintained the Latin spelling without the letter “c”,to pay homage
to the company tradition.After over two centuries, Acquavite di
Vinaccia Nardini, with its frank, intense and clean tasteremains
the undisputed leader in the market of quality grappa.The same
acquavite is aged to obtain grappa such as Riserva, with its amber
color,stored for a minimum of 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels, or
infused with herbsfor Acquavite alla Ruta (Rue).Acquavite Riserva
15 Anni, a special grappa aged for 15 years in Slavonian oak
barrels,was launched in 2004 to celebrate the 225th corporate
anniversary and it is nowthe most exclusive product in the Nardini
line.
Acquavite di Vinaccia - Grappa
Acquavite di VinacciaRiserva
Aged Grappa
Acquavite di VinacciaRiserva 15 anni
15 year aged Grappa
Acquavite di Vinaccia Grappa
Acquavite di Vinacciaalla Ruta
Rue flavored Grappa
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Acquavite di Vinaccia Riserva 15 anni - 15 year aged Grappa
Ingredients: pomace of grapes harvested in the Veneto and Friuli
regions of Italy.Type of distillation: traditional, vacuum-sealed
steam still with double rectification.Appearance: clear with copper
reflections.Aromatic profile: distinct, full and persistent
bouquet, harmonious with pleasant overtones of wood and
resin.Taste: smooth, intense, with notes of tobacco; finish with
complex overtones due to the 15 years aging in Slavonian oak
barrels.Alcoholic content: 50% by vol.Bottle: Bordelaise 350 ml,
375 ml, 700 ml with premium packaging.Serving suggestions: ideal
served at room temperature, highly recommended with dark chocolate
or a fine cigar, excellent to top off a good meal.
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Acquavite di Vinaccia - Grappa
Ingredients: pomace of grapes harvested in the Veneto foothills
and Friuli regions of Italy.Type of distillation: traditional,
vacuum-sealed steam still with double rectification.Appearance:
transparent and crystalline.Aromatic profile: frank, generous and
immediate fragrance.Taste: traditional, intense and dry.Alcoholic
content: 50% by vol.Bottle: Bordelaise 350 ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1
liter, 3 liter, pocket size 100 ml.Serving suggestions: perfect
after a meal, it should be served at room temperature; it can also
be mixed in various cocktails.
Acquavite di Vinaccia Riserva - Aged Grappa
Ingredients: pomace of grapes harvested in the Veneto foothills
and Friuli regions of Italy.Type of distillation: traditional,
vacuum-sealed steam still with double rectification.Appearance:
transparent with amber tones.Aromatic profile: fragrant, delicate
and harmonious scent.Taste: soft but intense. Rich in complex
degrees of flavor created by the long barrel aging
process.Alcoholic content: 50% by vol.Bottle: Bordelaise 350 ml,
375 ml, 700 ml,1 liter, 3 liter, pocket size 100 ml. Serving
suggestions: perfect after an important meal. Best served at room
temperature.
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Ingredients: pomace of grapes harvested in the Veneto and Friuli
regions of Italy and rue plant branches.Type of distillation:
traditional, vacuum-sealed steam still with double rectification
and infusion of the rue plant branches.Appearance: transparent,
with pale green reflections.Aromatic profile: immediate, typical of
the rue herbal fragrance.Taste: intense, with a pleasantly bitter
finish.Alcoholic content: 43% by vol. (42.8 for U.S. market)Bottle:
Bordolaise 350 ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1 liter.Serving suggestions:
serve straight after meals at room temperature or as an ingredient
for original cocktails.
Acquavite di Vinaccia alla RutaRue infused Grappa
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Using antique recipes passed down through the generations, a
rich assortment of liqueurs and aperitifs accompany the line of
grappa. Tagliatella and Mandorla are obtained by a premium blend of
grappa and fruit distillates. Mistrà, Acqua di Cedro and Ginepro
del Grappa are developed from other spirits and enhanced by a
skilled blending of herbs or citrus fruits. Back in the 1700’s,
they were offered directly from large copper vats in the Grapperia
Nardini on the old Palladian bridge; today Nardini liqueurs are
served from the traditional bottles with the historic label,
without changing that unmistakable flavor for an authentic Italian
taste.
Liqueurs
Acqua di CedroTagliatella Liqueur
MandorlaAlmond flavored Spirit
Ginepro del GrappaLiqueur
Mistrà
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Mandorla - Almond flavored specialty spirit
Ingredients: grappa, alcohol, sugar, aromas, cherry
distillate.Appearance: transparent, light straw yellow.Aromatic
profile: immediate almond aroma.Taste: intense and dry, slightly
sweet in the aftertaste.Alcoholic content: 50% by vol.Bottle:
Bordelaise 350 ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1 liter.Serving suggestions: a
pleasant approach to the world of grappa, it is perfect when added
to coffee or mixed in creative cocktails.
Tagliatella® Liqueur
Ingredients: alcohol, grappa, sugar, aromas, natural aromas,
cherry distillate, cherry infusion.Appearance: ruby red
color.Aromatic profile: intense and pleasant bouquet, with a wide
variety of fragrances from fruity and flowery to herbal and spicy,
with a predominance of cherry.Taste: intense bouquet, pleasant and
fruity, floral with notes of herbs and spices, very
well-balanced.Alcoholic content: 35% by vol.Bottle: Bordelaise 350
ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1 liter, 3 liter, pocket size 100 ml. Serving
suggestions: a pleasant drink for any time of day; best served at
room temperature.
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Acqua di Cedro
Ingredients: alcohol, natural aroma.Appearance: transparent,
crystalline.Aromatic profile: intense pleasant citrus
fragrance.Taste: sweet, dry, immediate.Alcoholic content: 29% by
vol.Bottle: Bordelaise 350 ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1 liter; pocket size
10 cl.Serving suggestions: wonderful served cold, the ideal
ingredient for cocktails and long drinks.
Ginepro del Grappa Liqueur
Ingredients: alcohol, sugar, glucose syrup, natural aromas,
distillate of juniper berries.Appearance: transparent and
crystalline.Aromatic profile: intense aroma, characterised by the
balsamic fragrance of the juniper berries.Taste: sweet and yet dry
and distinct taste.Alcoholic content: 45% by vol.Bottle: Bordelaise
350 ml, 375 ml, 700 ml, 1 liter. Serving suggestions: ideal
after-dinner drink, with a splash of soda or as an ingredient in
cocktails and long drinks.
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Mistrà
Ingredients: alcohol, natural anise flavour.Appearance:
transparent, crystalline.Aromatic profile: very intense with
typical anise scent.Taste: decisive, classic anise taste.Alcoholic
content: 47% by vol.Bottle: Bordolaise 1 liter.Serving suggestions:
thirst quenching drink when served with water, a digestif if served
straight, a perfect ingredient in cocktails and long drinks.
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The aperitivo line includes the timeless Rosso with its bright
red color and mellow taste, Bitter with a clean sharp flavor and
Rabarbaro with an aromatic profile deriving from the rhubarb
rhizome. Amaro Nardini, a wonderfully balanced digestif, completes
the line-up of Nardini products. All classics, ideal for
imaginative cocktails or long drinks. Aperitivo time, in the
Grapperia on the Ponte Vecchio, has become a pleasant custom for
visitors and locals alike, in this lively place like no other,
where personalities sat at these tables, like the Queen Mother of
England, actress Eleonora Duse, tenor Mario del Monaco and writer
Ernest Hemingway.
Aperitivi and Amaro
Rabarbaro NardiniRosso Nardini Bitter Nardini Amaro Nardini
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Bitter Nardini
Ingredients: alcohol, sugar, natural aromas.Appearance:
red.Aromatic profile: delicate citrus bouquet and light vegetal
notes.Taste: clean, slightly bitter aftertaste.Alcoholic content:
24% by Vol.Bottle: 1 liter.Serving suggestions: refreshing when
served cold with soda; used in the preparation of cocktails and
long drinks.
Rosso Nardini
Ingredients: alcohol, sugar, natural aromas.Appearance: bright
red.Aromatic profile: delicate citrus bouquet.Taste: smooth,
slightly sweet aftertaste.Alcoholic content: 24% by vol.Bottle: 1
liter.Serving suggestions: served cold with soda and lemon zest to
make the traditional aperitivo of Bassano. Also used in the
preparation of cocktails and long drinks.
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Rabarbaro Nardini
Ingredients: alcohol, sugar, natural aromas.Appearance: dark
brown.Aromatic profile: intense fragrance with a vegetal note,
characteristic of the rhubarb rhizome.Taste: pleasant, intense and
bitter.Alcoholic content: 19% by vol.Bottle: 1 liter.Serving
suggestions: with soda and a slice of lemon it is a typical Italian
aperitivo, when served straight, a wonderful digestif. Can also be
served heated.
Amaro Nardini
Ingredients: alcohol, sugar, natural aromas.Appearance: intense
dark brown.Aromatic profile: perfect balance between various
aromatic components; intense fragrance of liquorice, mint and
toasted sugar.Taste: well balanced with a pleasant aftertaste of
liquorice and bitter orange.Alcoholic content: 31% by vol.Bottle: 1
liter.Serving suggestions: perfect after meals, served straight,
cold or with crushed ice and a slice of orange.
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Boxes for 2 or 4 pocket size 100 ml
Tubes for 700 ml and 1 liter
Packaging
Packages for 700 ml and 1 literfor 1, 2, 3 bottles
Elegant boxes with a clean design accompany the line-up of
Nardini products, from single gift boxes to assortment
packages.
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Gift boxes Double Magnum
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DITTA BORTOLO NARDINI S.P.A.Ponte Vecchio, 236061 Bassano del
GrappaVicenza - ItalyTel. +39 0424 227741Fax +39 0424
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