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Brandy: Grappa

S AR T H E B R I DGE B E T THE PAST & FUTU GRAP

POLI DISTILLERIE ITALY, VENETO Artisan producers of Italian Grappa, Brandy, Spirits and Liqueurs, this distillery is solely owned by the Poli family. Founded in 1898 near Bassano del Grappa, Veneto, the distillery is currently run by fourth generation Jacopo Poli. Poli has not only elevated grappa production to an art form but his attention to detail has resulted in exceptional brandy, spirits and liqueurs with unparalleled elegance. Barrique #132456 / 750ml / $37.50 PO’ di Poli Merlot (Tubes), Secca/Dry #315489 / 750ml / $53.99

This single-vintage grappa aged in 225L Allier barriques. Developed aromas of toasted wood, vanilla, cocoa and coffee with a strong, harmonious finish. Miele di Poli Grappa W/O Tube #659466 / 750ml / $27.99 A liqueur based on Grappa and acacia honey, with essential oils from mugo pine, juniper, mint and lemon verbena to grant exquisite balsamic sensations. Mirtillo di Poli Grappa W/O Tube #725252 / 750ml / $36.99 Blueberries are fermented and distilleded to produce this pleasant, fruity brandy.

8 Aromatic Malvasia and White Muscat grape. Clear brandy with pronounced aromas of fresh apricots, pears and orange blossom. Delicate, fresh and flavorful, with notes that persist long into the finish. Secca/Dry. Pomace from Merlot Piave and Merlot Breganze grapes made artisanally in small lots, with a discontinuous copper still. Aromas of must, freshly cut grass, hyacinth. Warming, satisfying and vigorous. 90-95 Points Wine Enthusiast PO’ di Poli Moscato, Morbida/ Smooth #487383 / 750ml / $53.99 #659475 (Tubes) / 750ml / $53.99 #361926 / 1.75L / $209.99 Morbida/Smooth. Pomace from Orange Blossom Muscat and White Muscat grapes, with a discontinuous bain-marie still. Aromas of citrus fruit, orange flowers. Mellow, tasty and broad. PO’ di Poli Pinot Noir (Tubes), Elegante #725240 / 750ml / $53.99 Elegante. Pomace obtained from Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc grapes. Aromas of dried flowers, broom, hay, juniper. Soft, fine and velvety. PO’ di Poli Traminer Aromatica #692410 / 750ml / $53.99 Po di Poli Aromatica. Pomace obtained from Gewürztraminer grapes, artisanally made in small lots, with a discontinuous copper still provided with steam pots. Aromas of balmy herbs, resin, spices (pepper). Persistent. Blended Pomace of 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet. Sarpa di Poli has a range of delicate aromas: fresh herbs, mint, rose petals and geranium. On the palate, it is rustic yet smooth, with a generous finish. Uva Viva Italia Poli (Tubes) #692422 / 750ml / $41.33 Sarpa di Poli (Tubes) #659478 / 750ml / $31.33

“THI S SLEEK YOUNG GRAPPA, MADE WI TH A BLEND OF CABERNET AND

MERLOT POMACE , I S EQUALLY CR I SP AND HERBACEOUS . ”

Cleopatra Moscato Oro #166177 / 750ml / $54.67

Aromatic Grappa refined nearly 1 year in French oak barrique. Pomace obtained from Orange blossom and White Muscat provides aromas of meadows in flower, citrus fruit, honey, and pastry. Mellow, clean and elegant.

Jacopo Poli Moscato #659457 / 375ml / $61.99 #361926 / 1750ml / $179.99

Single-vintage brandy from Moscato Bianco grapes from the Euganei hills. Aged for six months in stainless steel. Clear with pronounced aromas of rose, magnolias and sage. Well-rounded with a light touch of

orange citrus on the finish. Jacopo Poli Torcolato #659460 / 375ml / $60.67 #659463 / 1.75L / $252.00

Single vintage. Pomace from dried grapes lightly affected by noble rot for this Torcolato dessert wine. Clear grappa with aromas of dates, dried apricots, raisin, honey and sweet spice. Incredible depth and flavor.

Jacopo Poli Vespaiolo #692425 / 375ml / $65.99 #923669 / 1750ml / $239.99

A fabulous grappa of great finesse, made with the pomace of the Vespaiolo grape. Packaged in a stunning hand-blown bottle.

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