Hardy Legend 1863 70cl - Francoli

Francoli

Cognac · 70 cl · 40.0% vol · Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices

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Technical information
Producer Francoli
Type Cognac
Aromatic profile Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices
Ingredients Ugni Blanc grape
Format 70 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask French oak barrels
Aging Minimum 6 years
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
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.
Distillery

Fratelli Francoli Distillerie

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Fratelli Francoli Distillerie.

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®.
grappa and eaux-de-vie amari and herbal liqueurs spirits for mixology (gin, vodka) bottling and private label import and distribution of international brands
Country Italy
Region Piedmont

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)

Official Awards

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