Distillery
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®.
- Ghemme · Piedmont · Italy
- 41 products
The story
The company appears on its website as Fratelli Francoli Distillerie and claims a long tradition in distillation (its communications refer to Distillers since 1875). Other sources link the activity to the Francoli family and note roles and developments during the last century (Luigi Francoli and post-war expansion are often mentioned). In addition to direct production of grappa and liqueurs, the company carries out import and distribution activities for the Italian and international markets, including a commercial presence in the United States with Francoli USA.
Production philosophy
Combines tradition and innovation with a strong focus on sustainability: adoption of circular processes, measures to reduce environmental impact and participation in compensation/Zero Impact® projects. It values local raw materials for its grappas and invests in research and development for private label projects.
Territory
Operational headquarters and facilities in Ghemme (Upper Piedmont). Commercial and distribution activity across Italy and an international commercial presence (including Francoli USA). Production is linked to the Piedmontese tradition of grappa and other spirits bottled in Italy.
Production method
Production of grappa starting from vinacce using proprietary company techniques known as Metodo Francoli; use of industrial processes oriented to sustainability and circular economy practices. The company also has an R&D laboratory for private label production and brand portfolio management.
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.
Characteristics
- Type
- Distillery
- City
- Ghemme
- Categories
- grappa and eaux-de-vie
- amari and herbal liqueurs
- spirits for mixology (gin, vodka)
- bottling and private label
- import and distribution of international brands
- 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)
What makes it distinctive
- Presents itself as The First Zero-Impact Distillery® with sustainability commitments and low-impact processes
- Production and valorization of Luigi Francoli grappas
- Portfolio that includes both own brands and import/distribution activities (e.g. Brockmans, Crystal Head, Arraigo)
- Private label service and internal R&D laboratory
