Distillato Albicocche del Vesuvio 50cl - Capovilla

Capovilla

Format: 50 cl

-14%
Recommended price: 164,26 €
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Technical information
Producer Capovilla
Type Fruit distillate
Aromatic profile Fruity, sweet, apricot aromatic
Ingredients Apricots
Format 50 cl
Gradation 49.0%
Distillation method Traditional pot still distillation
Number of distillations 1-2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Transparent
Consumption Serve chilled, ideal as a digestif
The Distillato Albicocche del Vesuvio 50cl - Capovilla is an artisanal excellence that captures the fragrant essence of the Campanian territory, known for its rich and unique volcanic soil. This distillate is born from carefully selected apricots, grown on the slopes of Vesuvius, where the microclimate and soil composition give the fruits a unique minerality and aromaticity. The distillation, skillfully carried out according to traditional methods, preserves intact the fresh and intense scents of ripe apricot, emphasizing sweet and slightly spicy notes.

On the nose, fruity aromas emerge, with hints of freshly picked apricot and light floral nuances, while on the palate it stands out for a enveloping softness and a delicate balance between sweetness and freshness, leaving a pleasantly persistent sensation. The aftertaste, clean and harmonious, invites another sip, telling the story of a land rich in tradition and passion.

This distillate is suitable as an elegant after-dinner or a refined base for aromatic cocktails, suggesting pairings with light desserts, fresh cheeses, or dried fruit, to enhance its complexity and freshness.
Distillery

Capovilla Distillati

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Capovilla Distillati.

Capovilla Distillati is an Italian distillery based in Rosà (Vicenza) specializing in acquavite, fruit distillates, grape distillates, grappa and Bierbrand. It is known for the use of spontaneous fermentation, artisanal double distillation in copper stills designed by the founder and for an approach that favors natural raw materials.
grape acquavites fruit acquavites artisanal grappas Bierbrand artisanal rhum artisanal distillate producer
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Founded 1986

Distillation

Artisanal double distillation in copper stills with water-bath heating; equipment designed by the founder and handcrafted.

Ageing

Resting/maturation in stainless steel vats for white distillates (controlled esterification), with rest periods around 3–5 years indicated for some products; aged expressions use French wine barriques.

Raw materials

vinacce (pomace) grape fruit (pears, apricots, peaches, cherries, apples, etc.) beer (for Bierbrand) sugar cane (for rhum)

Representative products

Acquavite Chardonnay 2011 (Billecart) - Capovilla Acquavite Clos St. Hilaire 2011 (Billecart) - Capovilla Acquavite Moscato Fior d’Arancio Last Century - Capovilla Acquavite Pere Williams Last Century - Capovilla Bierbrand (Distillato di Birra) - Capovilla Distillato Pesche di Vigna a Pasta Rossa - Capovilla

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