Brandy Metaxa 12 stelle 70cl
Format: 70 cl
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| Metaxa | |
| Brandy | |
| Notes of grape, spices, honey, vanilla | |
| Distilled grape, spices, honey | |
| 70 cl | |
| 40.0% | |
| Oak barrels | |
| Minimum 12 years | |
| Continuous distillation | |
| Golden amber | |
| Neat, with ice or in cocktails |
Visually, Metaxa 12 Star presents a deep amber color, rich and inviting. On the nose, it reveals a world of aromas ranging from candied fruit to sweet spices, with notes of vanilla and dark chocolate emerging thanks to prolonged aging in French oak barrels. There are also hints of citrus and molasses, adding an additional layer of complexity.
On the palate, it is velvety and rich, with a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity. Notes of ripe fruit blend with those of chocolate and vanilla, finishing with a lingering aftertaste that leaves spicy and slightly balsamic traces.
Metaxa 12 Star Brandy is ideal to be enjoyed neat, preferably at room temperature to fully appreciate its aromatic range. It can also be an excellent ingredient for high-class cocktails, where its depth can significantly enhance the structure of the drink.
Ultimately, Metaxa 12 Star is more than just a brandy: it is a sensory experience that carries with it all the richness and tradition of Greek distillation, making it a prestigious spirit loved by connoisseurs and newcomers to the field.
Metaxa
Discover the spirits, production style and story of Metaxa.
Distillation
Use of wine distillates; for the Greek component the practice of distilling from sun-dried grapes is documented.
Ageing
Separate aging of Muscat wines and distillates in oak casks; subsequent assembly (blending) and further maturation of the blend in casks.