Romano Levi Grappa di Barolo 70 cl

Description

History

A branch of the ancient Levi family, of Jewish origin, had been active in the field of distillation since the 17th century in the Alpine valleys of San Giacomo or Valle Spluga, known locally as “Val di Giust”, in the municipalities of Fraciscio di Campodolcino.

For over three centuries, the distillers known as “grapat” migrated temporarily during grape harvesting and winemaking to the wine-growing areas of Piedmont, where they used mobile stills to distill the pomace and produce grappa.

Over time, many of these distillers settled permanently in their workplaces, creating permanent distilleries. Serafino Levi married Balbo Teresina and two children were born from their union, Lidia and Romano. In 1925, Serafino chose to settle in Neive, a land famous for its great wines and for the availability of top quality pomace. Here he founded his own direct-fire distillery.

Unfortunately, Serafino died prematurely in 1933, leaving behind his two small children and his wife who, despite everything, continued to manage the distillery. However, his wife also suffered a tragic fate, losing her life during a bombing raid in 1945. At the age of only 17, Romano Levi, who was a student in Alba at the time, made the decision to interrupt his studies and, with the help of his sister Lidia, continued the tradition of distillation. The distillery, originally founded by Serafino Levi, was equipped with a direct-fire still, equipment that is still in use today.

Grapes used

Barolo pomace

Production method

An ancient discontinuous copper alembic, transferred directly from the father and powered by direct fire. An equipment considered simple today, but which allows small quantities to be distilled with high quality.

The grape pomace, still fresh and soaked in must, is immediately pressed inside underground pits to obtain a natural maceration which allows the most characteristic aromas to be extracted. The distillation takes place through the use of a copper discontinuous alembic, heated directly by the fire. After the manufacturing process, the Grappa is transferred to traditional Piedmontese oak barrels with a capacity of around 700 litres, where it rests for 38 months.

Alcohol content

42%

Tasting notes

Amber colour. The perfume is built around crunchy and fragrant notes, in which the fruity aromas blend harmoniously with woody and spicy hints that recall the aging period spent in the barrels. On the palate, this grappa has a soft and enveloping body, with a taste that marries perfectly with the aromas perceived by the nose, and concludes with a long-lasting finish.

Usage

Indicated as after-dinner/after-dinner or digestive, or for moments of relaxation alone or in company. Perfect as a gift for someone special.