Grappa Selection: The Italian After-Dinner Ritual
Grappa Selection: The Italian After-Dinner Ritual
Grappa is much more than just a digestif—it’s a true after-dinner ritual. This spirit, which has become synonymous with Italian culture, is not just for connoisseurs, but for anyone who enjoys the complex and delicate flavors that grappa offers. It’s an experience designed to indulge the senses, whether you’re a seasoned expert or discovering the world of spirits for the first time.
— Roberto Castagner, Master Distiller
The After-Dinner Ritual: A Moment to Savor
Enjoying a grappa is no longer a mere gastronomic habit—it’s a true taste ritual. It’s an intense pleasure, one that excites the senses with knowledge and sophistication. The perfect after-dinner ritual is built on careful selection, impeccable service, and thoughtful pairings—the essentials to ensuring a memorable and satisfying experience.
Conscious Pleasure: Roberto Castagner's Thoughtful Approach
At Roberto Castagner, every grappa is crafted with the desire to offer pleasure with awareness. Ending a meal with a glass of grappa is a gesture steeped in tradition, culture, and history. It’s a moment of pure indulgence. A small glass of grappa contains the same alcohol content as a glass of Prosecco, so you can enjoy it with confidence. Additionally, using an alcohol tester before driving is a responsible and intelligent choice that ensures safety for all.
The Stars of the Collection: Fuoriclasse Leon Riserva
Fuoriclasse Leon Riserva – 3 years: This refined spirit stands out with its brilliant amber hue, a result of 36 months of aging in cherry and oak barrels. A pleasantly complex grappa that’s already perfectly balanced for a complete tasting experience. To unlock its full aromatic richness, serve it in a "bolla" glass at a temperature of 18 to 20°C. Its alcohol content is 38% vol..
Fuoriclasse Leon Riserva – 7 years: A blend of the best Italian cru, handpicked from carefully selected vineyards. This intriguing and sophisticated grappa reveals intense notes of red grapes, accented by delicate peppery hints, perfectly balanced with aromas of vanilla, cocoa, and aromatic wood. Serve it in a "bolla" glass at a temperature of 18 to 20°C for the best experience. Its alcohol content is also 38% vol..
The Perfect Pairing: Before or After Coffee?
Grappa is best enjoyed depending on the moment of the meal. White grappa, with its delicate and refreshing profile, is best enjoyed before coffee to awaken the senses. On the other hand, barrel-aged grappa, with its deeper, more complex flavors, is best enjoyed after coffee to extend the dining experience and round off the meal.
Optimal Tasting and Service
For the best tasting experience, serve grappa in a "bolla" glass at a temperature of 18 to 20°C. This ensures that its complex aromas are fully released, offering a rich and refined tasting experience.
Experience the Italian Ritual
Offering a Castagner grappa at the end of your meal is more than just a tasting; it’s a true sensory journey into the heart of Italian tradition. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or a newcomer to the world of spirits, every sip of Fuoriclasse grappa transports you to a place where the art of distillation and the pleasure of the senses come together in perfect harmony.
Explore our grappa selection and let the authenticity and finesse of each bottle captivate you.
