Raw materials
grape pomace (vinacce)
brand
Candolini
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Candolini.
Candolini is a historic Italian grappa brand founded in Friuli (Tarcento) at the end of the 19th century. Today the brand is part of Fratelli Branca Distillerie’s portfolio and is known for a range of grappa that includes clear, aged and flavored expressions.
grappa
aged grappa
flavored grappa
single-varietal grappa
Producer range
Producer range Candolini
Spirit categories
grappa
aged grappa
flavored grappa
single-varietal grappa
Representative products
Grappa Candolini Bianca 70cl
Grappa Candolini Classica 70cl
Grappa Candolini Gran Miele 70cl
Grappa Candolini Riserva 70cl
Grappa Candolini Ruta 70cl
Casks and ageing vessels
oak casks
barrique (for some single-varietal editions)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
Production based on selected distillates from vinacce (grape pomace); the brand's historical tradition mentions the use of alembics and artisanal distillation practices, later integrated into industrial processes under the owner group's management.
Distillation
Double distillation is mentioned in the brand's history; traditional use of alembics is noted in the brand's historical information.
Ageing
Some expressions (for example the Riserva) are aged in wooden barrels for a period indicated at around 18 months; the clear versions are presented as unaged.
Producer history Candolini
The brand's origins date back to 1898 in Tarcento (UD), when Giovanni Giustino Candolini began producing and bottling his own grappa. During the 20th century the brand became a regional reference; in 1987 Candolini was acquired by Fratelli Branca Distillerie, which has preserved and distributed the range within its group.
Production philosophy
To offer a grappa with a soft, essential and elegant profile, based on selected distillates and on a simple, recognisable range that includes clear, aged and flavored versions.
Territory
Historical origin: Tarcento (Province of Udine), Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. The brand is today part of the Fratelli Branca group, with national and international distribution.
Awards and recognitions
Medals reported in the group's promotional contexts: mentions of international recognitions (e.g. medals at international competitions noted in the group's product sheets).
Candolini
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