Poli Amorosa di Dicembre Grappa di Torcolato

Poli Jacopo Poli Amorosa di Dicembre Grappa di Torcolato is an extraordinary, highly refined, and beautifully elegant single-varietal sweet-wine grappa crafted by the historic Poli Distillerie in Schiavon, Veneto. Part of the distillery's prestigious "Amorosa" collection, this vintage spirit is produced exclusively from the fresh, sugary pomace of Vespaiola grapes used to make Torcolato—the legendary sweet dessert wine of Breganze. The grapes are naturally dried on vertical twine racks for months to concentrate their sugars and aromatic terpenes before pressing. The remaining pomace is immediately rushed to the distillery and distilled in small batches using the family’s ancient copper bain-marie pot stills. Unaged to preserve its pristine varietal purity, it represents a breathtakingly expressive intersection of Venetian winemaking tradition and distillation mastery.

Food Pairing: This highly aromatic, honeyed grappa acts as an unparalleled partner to traditional Venetian and Italian desserts. It pairs magnificently with almond-based cantucci, artisanal panettone, apricot tarts, or vanilla panna cotta. It is also an extraordinary match for savory pairings, cutting beautifully through the richness of a sophisticated cheese board featuring aged Asiago Stravecchio or creamy, sweet Gorgonzola Dolce served with a drizzle of wildflower honey.

TASTING NOTES - Crystal clear with bright, watery-silver transparency. The texture is medium-bodied, remarkably smooth, and blankets the mouth in a velvety, soft, and unctuous warmth with an incredibly refined, elegant weight.

NOSE - Deeply alluring, intensely aromatic, and complex, opening with a gorgeous bouquet of sweet raisins, dried apricots, and ripe figs, beautifully intertwined with notes of orange blossom honey, citrus peel, and a delicate touch of toasted almonds.

PALATE - Rich, supple, and masterfully balanced. A naturally sweet and fruity entry filled with notes of candied white fruits, golden honey, and grape must expands elegantly across the palate, supported by a clean, crisp acidity and a sophisticated, soft grape-skin structure.

FINISH - Long, highly elegant, and cleanly aromatic. The sweet dried fruit and honey characteristics recede slowly and gracefully, leaving a deeply satisfying, lingering trail of fresh citrus zest, raisins, and a comforting, soft floral warmth.

SERVE - Best enjoyed neat at a cellar temperature of roughly 10-15°C (50-59°F) in a traditional tulip-shaped glass or a small spirits snifter, allowing it to sit and breathe for a few minutes before sipping to fully release its volatile, sweet-wine aromatics.