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Grappa Riserva XO 50cl - Sibona
SibonaGrappa 50 cl 44.0% vol Intense, complex, notes of wood and dried fruit
36,80 €−12%
Recommended price: 41,90 €
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Technical information
- Producer
- Sibona
- Type
- Grappa
- Format
- 50 cl
- Gradation
- 44.0%
- Aging
- Minimum 18 months
- Aromatic profile
- Intense, complex, notes of wood and dried fruit
- Ingredients
- Pomace of selected grapes
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels
- Distillation method
- Batch still distillation
- Number of distillations
- 1-2
- Filtration
- Light filtration
- Color
- Amber
- Consumption
- After meal, room temperature
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The Sibona Grappa Riserva XO is a sublime example of Italian distilling mastery. Produced in Piedmont, a region renowned for its wines and spirits, this distillate is made from a selection of the finest grape pomace, carefully fermented and distilled following traditional methods that preserve the aromatic richness of the original ingredients.
Aged in a series of small barrels made of various types of wood for over ten years, the Grappa Riserva XO attains extraordinary complexity. Its color is a deep amber, with golden highlights that hint at its elegance. On the nose, it stands out for its rich and enveloping bouquet, with notes of vanilla, cocoa, dried fruit, and a light spicy hint that invites tasting.
On the palate, this grappa displays a particularly harmonious, balanced, and persistent body. Notes of tobacco, leather, and chocolate blend with those of almond and spices, offering a complex and enveloping taste sensation. The extended aging in wooden barrels gives the Grappa Riserva XO an extraordinary smoothness, making the tasting experience unforgettable.
Ideal as an after-dinner digestif, it pairs masterfully with dark chocolate and dry pastries, but can also be enjoyed on its own, to reflect after a long day. A true gem for lovers of Italian grappas, this Riserva XO stands out in the landscape of high-end grappas for its complexity and elegance.
Aged in a series of small barrels made of various types of wood for over ten years, the Grappa Riserva XO attains extraordinary complexity. Its color is a deep amber, with golden highlights that hint at its elegance. On the nose, it stands out for its rich and enveloping bouquet, with notes of vanilla, cocoa, dried fruit, and a light spicy hint that invites tasting.
On the palate, this grappa displays a particularly harmonious, balanced, and persistent body. Notes of tobacco, leather, and chocolate blend with those of almond and spices, offering a complex and enveloping taste sensation. The extended aging in wooden barrels gives the Grappa Riserva XO an extraordinary smoothness, making the tasting experience unforgettable.
Ideal as an after-dinner digestif, it pairs masterfully with dark chocolate and dry pastries, but can also be enjoyed on its own, to reflect after a long day. A true gem for lovers of Italian grappas, this Riserva XO stands out in the landscape of high-end grappas for its complexity and elegance.
Distillery
Distilleria Sibona
PiedmontItalySince 1900
Historic Piedmont distillery based in Piobesi d'Alba (CN), known for a range that includes single-varietal and reserve grappa, amari, vermouth, gin and artisanal whisky; it holds the historic distillation licence No. 1.
- Holds the historic distillation licence No. 1.
- Wide range: from single-varietal and reserve grappa to vermouth, amari, gin and whisky.
- Ageing projects in special barrels and tonneaux (e.g. Grappa XO aged over 10 years).
- Distinctive packaging with the registered and protected "graduated" bottle.
- Numerous international recognitions for products such as Amaro Sibona and Grappa XO.
Specialities
- single-varietal grappa
- reserve grappa aged in special barrels
- Piedmont amari and bitters
- Vermouth di Torino (superior expressions)
- distilled gin and aged gin
- Italian whisky (premium blend with peated malt)
- grape distillates
- gift sets and boxes
The story
The reality known as Distilleria Sibona originates in the early 20th century. Over time it has specialised in producing grappa from selected pomace of the Langhe and Roero and has developed an extended range of distillates and liqueurs. It retains the historic distillation licence No. 1 and is active in production, ageing and bottling of its products.
Distillation
Steam distillation for traditional grappa; copper stills for some distillates and reserves; discontinuous bain-marie still for the whisky (premium malt blend).
Ageing
Ageing in stainless-steel tanks for some references; prolonged ageing in barrels and tonneaux for reserves (over 10 years for some XOs); use of different casks for finishes and experimentation.
Raw materials
- pomace (for grappa)
- herbs and roots (for amari)
- citrus (for amari/liqueurs)
- barley malts (for whisky, including peated malts)
Representative products
- Amaro Sibona
- Grappa XO
- Grappa Riserva Barolo (varie annate)
- Civico 10 – Vermouth di Torino Rosso Superiore
- Italian Whisky (Premium blend con malto torbato)
- Distillato di birra 2.1