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Hardy Legend 1863 70cl - Francoli
FrancoliCognac 70 cl 40.0% vol Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices
CHF 54.42−25%(CHF 77.74/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 72.09
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Francoli
- Type
- Cognac
- Format
- 70 cl
- Gradation
- 40.0%
- Aging
- Minimum 6 years
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices
- Ingredients
- Ugni Blanc grape
- Type of cask
- French oak barrels
- Distillation method
- Double distillation in Charentais pot still
- Number of distillations
- 2
- Variety
- Ugni Blanc
- Color
- Golden amber
- Consumption
- Neat, with ice or in cocktails
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Hardy Legend 1863 presents itself as a spirit with a warm, enveloping character: on first approach sensations of ripe fruit emerge and an underlying hint of vanilla that softens its contours, while light spicy notes and a touch of toasted wood add depth.
The sip is round and well balanced, with a caress on the palate that combines warmth and cleanliness without excess; the texture is pleasantly silky, with a persistence that leaves echoes of dried fruit and a slightly sweet note on the finish. It works well as a contemplative after-dinner drink, served in a tulip glass at room temperature to capture all the nuances, but it also welcomes more creative uses: it integrates elegantly into cocktails that require structure and personality. Recommended pairings include dark chocolate, dry pastries, or aged cheeses when seeking a pleasing balance between softness and character.
The sip is round and well balanced, with a caress on the palate that combines warmth and cleanliness without excess; the texture is pleasantly silky, with a persistence that leaves echoes of dried fruit and a slightly sweet note on the finish. It works well as a contemplative after-dinner drink, served in a tulip glass at room temperature to capture all the nuances, but it also welcomes more creative uses: it integrates elegantly into cocktails that require structure and personality. Recommended pairings include dark chocolate, dry pastries, or aged cheeses when seeking a pleasing balance between softness and character.
Distillery
Fratelli Francoli Distillerie
PiedmontItaly
Fratelli Francoli (commercially also known as Francoli) is an Italian producer and distributor group of spirits and liqueurs based in Ghemme (Piedmont). It is known for its Luigi Francoli grappa lines, for liqueurs such as Opal Nera and Noveis, and for importing and distributing foreign brands. The company promotes low-impact production processes and describes itself as The First Zero-Impact Distillery®.
- Presents itself as The First Zero-Impact Distillery® with sustainability commitments and low-impact processes
- Production and valorization of Luigi Francoli grappas
- Portfolio that includes both own brands and import/distribution activities (e.g. Brockmans, Crystal Head, Arraigo)
- Private label service and internal R&D laboratory
Specialities
- grappa and eaux-de-vie
- amari and herbal liqueurs
- spirits for mixology (gin, vodka)
- bottling and private label
- import and distribution of international brands
The story
The company appears on its website as Fratelli Francoli Distillerie and claims a long tradition in distillation (its communications refer to Distillers since 1875). Other sources link the activity to the Francoli family and note roles and developments during the last century (Luigi Francoli and post-war expansion are often mentioned). In addition to direct production of grappa and liqueurs, the company carries out import and distribution activities for the Italian and international markets, including a commercial presence in the United States with Francoli USA.
Distillation
For grappa the company uses vinaccia as raw material; it promotes its own Metodo Francoli (mentioned as an approach with double maturation for some references) and techniques oriented to sustainability and circular economy.
Ageing
Double maturation for some grappas (reported company method); references to controlled maturations are present, while specific technical details vary by individual label.
Raw materials
- vinacce (grape pomace)
Representative products
- Antico Amaro Noveis 70cl
- Opal Nera Liquirizia 70cl
- Luigi Francoli Grappa di Moscato (Luigi Francoli)
- Brockmans Gin 70cl (distributed)
- Crystal Head Vodka 50cl (distributed)
- Arraigo Tequila (distributed line)
