Distillery
Mazzetti
Historic Piedmontese company based in Altavilla Monferrato (AL), active in the production of grappa, eaux-de-vie, brandy and a wide range of liqueurs, amari (Italian bitter liqueurs) and modern spirits (gin, whisky). Founded in the 19th century, it combines the tradition of pomace distillation with experimentation in maturation in special casks.
- Altavilla Monferrato · Piedmont · Italy
- Since 1846
- 172 products
The story
The Mazzetti family began distilling in the Monferrato in 1846 when Filippo Mazzetti founded the first distillery in Montemagno; the activity later expanded and relocated to Altavilla Monferrato. The company has remained family-run for generations, establishing itself as a historic presence in the production of grappa and Piedmontese distillates.
Production philosophy
To valorise the territory and local raw materials (pomace and Piedmontese grapes), focusing on quality and distillation tradition while combining research and innovation through wood maturations and curated special bottle collections.
Territory
Monferrato, Piedmont (Altavilla Monferrato is the company's historic and production site).
Awards and recognition
Documented awards and recognitions include international mentions and prizes (e.g. World Grappa Awards / design recognitions and awards for products such as the 1789 Grappa di Barolo Bourbon Finish) and national prizes (Alambicco d'Oro and special medals reported in company catalogues and communications).
Production method
Traditional distillation in steam-heated copper pot stills with a discontinuous (batch) method for grappas; classic distillation techniques for eaux-de-vie and brandy, followed by subsequent maturations and finishing in various types of casks.
Distillation
Steam-heated copper pot stills with a discontinuous (batch) method; traditional distillation for eaux-de-vie and brandy (methods described in company materials).
Ageing
Ageing in casks and barriques; finishing practices in casks that previously held sherry, bourbon, vermouth and other selected woods; on-site ageing cellar for multi-year refinements.
Characteristics
- Type
- Distillery
- City
- Altavilla Monferrato
- Categories
- single-varietal grappa
- aged grappas
- grappa cask-finish (sherry, bourbon, vermouth)
- wine eaux-de-vie / aged brandy
- amari and bitter liqueurs
- amaretto and sweet liqueurs
- gin
- Italian whisky
- traditional Piedmontese liqueurs
- Raw materials
- pomace (for grappa)
- wine/grapes (for eaux-de-vie/brandy)
- Casks and ageing vessels
- oak casks / barriques
- ex-Sherry casks
- ex-Bourbon casks
- ex-Vermouth casks
- Limousin and Allier woods (cited for some maturations)
- Representative products
- 1587 Brachetto Sherry Cask Finish 50cl - Mazzetti
- 1786 Moscato Vermouth Cask Finish 50cl - Mazzetti
- 1789 Barolo Bourbon Cask Finish 50cl - Mazzetti
- 1820/21 Moscato Porto Cask Finish 50cl - Mazzetti
- Amaretto 300cl - Jeroboam - Astucciato - Mazzetti
- Amaretto 70cl - Astucciato - Mazzetti
- Amaretto 70cl - Mazzetti
- Amaro Forte 300cl - Jeroboam - Astucciato - Mazzetti
- Amaro Forte 70cl - Astucciato - Mazzetti
- Amaro Forte 70cl - Mazzetti
- Amaro Gentile 300cl - Jeroboam - Astucciato - Mazzetti
- Amaro Gentile 70cl - Astucciato - Mazzetti
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 1846 (originally in Montemagno, later moved to Altavilla Monferrato)
- Headquarters and production in Altavilla Monferrato (Piedmont)
- Historic production of grappa and single-varietal grappa collections
- Special Cask Finish line (maturations/finishes: sherry, bourbon, vermouth, etc.)
- Network of 'Grappa Store' locations, guided tours, ageing cellar and hospitality activities
- Recognised as a historic national brand of interest (mentioned in company communications)
