Grappa Riserva aged in Tennessee Whiskey barrels - Distilleria Sibona 0.5 l.

This special Grappa Riserva, already aged, for
a long period, in oak wood (2 years) was subsequently
subsequently aged for several months (24 months) in
barrels purchased in the United States (Tennessee) and already
previously used to age 'Tennessee
Whiskey' from one of the most prestigious distilleries. The
particular permanence in Tennessee Whiskey barrels
has been experimented by us in an innovative way on the
Grappa and with exceptional results from a qualitative point of view.
qualitative point of view. The intense aroma with notes of malt and the
refined, complex flavour with a lingering aftertaste
persistent aftertaste, are very reminiscent of Tennessee
Whiskey already contained in these casks
RAW MATERIAL:Pomace ( mainly from vines
Dolcetto and Arneis ), from grapes harvested fresh during the
harvest and selected Sibona.
DISTILLATION: Totally in-house, in stills
copper stills, thanks to the skilful experience of our
oenologists-master distillers.
AGING: For a long period in stainless steel tanks.
stainless steel.
AGEING: first for 2 years in barrels of medium
capacity classic oak barrels and then in barrels of
Tennessee Whiskey barrels for a further 2 years (total
stay in wood 4 years).
GRADATION: 44 % vol.
BOTTLE: Special, elegant graduated bottle
Sibona with side notches indicating the contents and
pouring spout.
CASING: Elegant cylindrical case, with top closure.
top closure.
CAPACITY: 50 cl. - 20 cl. (only assorted pack
with other 3-bottle varieties)
Organoleptic characteristics:
COLOUR: Amber.
AROMA: Intense, harmonious, with notes of malt and
hints of vanilla and liquorice.
FLAVOUR: Refined, complex and with a persistent aftertaste.
persistent. Vanilla and orange peel on the finish.
PAIRINGS: Dried fruits, nuts, almonds, sweets and
chocolate. Also delicious with mature cheeses.
Also perfect with cigars.
TASTING SUGGESTIONS: Taste at a
temperature of around 18°C, in a classic tulip glass or
baloon glass with or without stem (cognac type)