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VECCHIA ROMAGNA Italy Distilled from the Trebbiano grape; the secrets of distilling this brandy were closely guarded by the descendants of the Medicis until they were passed on to the master distiller, the French Jean Bouton, whose family formed the first great Italian distilling company in 1820. Today it is part of the Leading Italian independent spirits Company, having in its portfolio v and Amaro Montenegro: the two largest selling spirits in Italy. Vecchia Romagna is closely linked to the Italian way of life, to its sun, and the unique cultural heritage, presented from the outset of its highly original bottle and the label depicting the Roman god, Baccus. Sales Portfolio... 2
AGED BRANDY BLACK LABEL 3 Year Old Brandy AWARDS SILVER MEDAL IWS 2013 3 STARS WINESTATE Magazine 93 POINTS Wine Enthusiast BLUE LABEL 10 Year Old Brandy 93 POINTS Wine Enthusiast 163
AGED BRANDY BLACK LABEL 3 Year Old Brandy Distilled from premium grapes, Vecchia Romagna Etichetta Nera is a brandy with an unmistakable flavour. A long ageing process, partly in small oak casks, and a skilful ingredient mix give it a distinct, dry taste, an aromatic, complex bouquet and a warm and intense colour. This brandy is known and appreciated the world over for its fine quality and characteristic triangular bottle. Light to medium golden amber in colour, ripe banana and pear aromas with vanilla and caramel notes; medium bodied with a warm and spicy finish. BLUE LABEL 10 Year Old Brandy Vecchia Romagna Riserva 10 Anni is a product resulting from a careful selection of wines and a masterful distillation according to the charentais method. The lengthy ageing process imparts a delicate, yet complex aroma, a warm amber colour and a pleasantly smooth and balanced taste that make the Riserva 10 Anni an exclusive brandy for the most discerning palates. Sparkling amber in color with a rich, ethereal nose, a hint of vanilla that blends well with the scent of the esters, aldehydes and other components formed in the course of ageing. Smooth and full-bodied thanks to the perfect mix of spirits with a fruity tone blended with vanilla and wood. 164
CAMUS France Deeply attached to their Cognac land, the five generations of CAMUS family have succeeded in faithfully preserving the brand s original values. This process of handing down from father to son now ensures the continuity and development of a unique expertise, with the cornerstones remaining the soil, the vine and the grape. As well as a love and respect for the fruit of the land, the CAMUS culture is based on innovation and the quest for exceptional aromatic qualities for above and beyond their role as businessmen the CAMUS s see themselves as winegrowers, explorers and passionate lovers of taste. Sales Portfolio... 2
COGNAC VSOP XO ELEGANCE XO BORDERIES EXTRA ELEGANCE Gift Box AWARDS GOLD Beverage Testing Institute 2011 SILVER Quality Award International Wine & Spirit Competition 2012 GOLD Beverage Testing Institute 2011 SILVER Quality Award International Wine & Spirit Competition 2012 GOLD MEDAL San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2015 GOLD Beverage Testing Institute 2011 GOLD The Spirits Business 2011 SPIRIT OF THE YEAR World Spirits Award 2010 DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2012 166
COGNAC VSOP The nose boasts prominent jasmine aromas intermingled with subtle yellow fruit notes. On the palate this Cognac displays a remarkable balance between smoothness and structure, enhanced by vanilla and light woody notes. XO ELEGANCE Bright amber appearance. A wide spectrum of flavours develop on the palate, where fresh and candied fruit notes (apricot, citrus fruit) intermingle with touches of honey, chocolate, almond and hazelnut. Subtle hints of oak and vanilla emerge in the lingering aromatic finish. 167
COGNAC XO BORDERIES Borderies XO is powerful, rich and creamy with a particularly velvety texture. It reveals intense sweet pastry aromas alongside notes of cinnamon, dried fruit, old port and violet. A hint of almond emerges in the long-lasting finish. EXTRA ELEGANCE Gifted Box Extra Elegance is a true cascade of flavours: its complex, smooth texture has notes of dried violet, pastries, tobacco, leather and walnut, culminating in a pure velvet finish. 168
THE LONDON GIN COMPANY UK The London No.1 is produced in the purest, most traditional style, using the highest quality English grain spirit from Suffolk and Norfolk and the purest spring water found in the north of London. It is then Triple Distilled under the expert direction of MASTER DISTILLER, CHARLES MAXWELL. The London No.1 presents itself in a luminous, pale yet bright bluish aquamarine colour. The nose reveals delightful scents of juniper berries and balsamic aromas. The alcohol is well integrated, elegant and clean. A delicate palate with some viscosity, and a fine dry mouth feel. Mild but very aromatic, with quality balsamic notes. Very balanced overall with long sensual finish. Sales Portfolio... 2
GIN THE LONDON NO.1 AWARDS GOLD Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition 2014 GOLD Beverage Tasting Institute 2014 GOLD Concours Mundial Bruxelles Spirits Selection Brazil Mundus Vini 2014 GOLD Los Angeles International Spirits Competition 2014 170
GIN THE LONDON NO. 1 The highest quality Suffolk and Norfolk grain is used in distillation and the small batch pot still method ensures a consistent quality. Finally, the inclusion of 12 carefully selected botanicals makes The London No. 1 a gin to be savored. In line with the classic gins of yesteryear, juniper, coriander and angelica feature in the recipe the first two botanicals imparting fragrance and spiciness whilst angelica, together with orris root, give body and structure to the other botanicals. A zesty freshness comes from liquorice root. The London No. 1 is unique in that it also has a final fusion of bergamot oil in the mix that instantly recognisable perfumed aroma in Earl Grey tea. Its citric qualities marry beautifully with the fellow fresh juicy flavours of orange and lemon peel, whilst the bergamot also reinforces the holding role of orris root. These are perfectly offset with the thyme-like aromatics of savory, whilst the sweet, spicy notes of cinnamon and cassia bark complete the recipe. 171
D.J. LIMBREY DISTILLING CO. UK D1 London Gin is a new class of luxury spirit from D.J. Limbrey Distilling Co. blending traditional distilling craft with contemporary art. This multi-award winning smooth and versatile gin includes a daring kick of nettles that balances fruit flavours and aromas. Our reversible bottle can be displayed in many ways and provides a clear canvas for the iconic Floral Skull, from the series of artworks by international artist Jacky Tsai, originally made famous by Alexander McQueen. D1 is a distinctive expression of individual taste and style.
GIN D1 LONDON GIN AWARDS DOUBLE MASTERS Super Premium and Contemporary The Gin Masters The Spirits Business 2014 SILVER MEDAL San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2015 5 STAR Quality Rating diffordsguide.com 2014 173
GIN D1 LONDON D1 London Gin encapsulates quintessential British flavours and aromas, with orange and fruit tea expressions around a confidently balanced juniper backbone. The distillation in copper brings in fresh blackcurrant aromas that marry with the prominent nettle notes to deliver the smoothest and most versatile gin you will ever enjoy. NOSE A crest of nettle tailed by apricots with rich blackcurrant airs. PALATE Underlying juniper that endures through peaks of orange blossom, lemon oil and even coriander leaf flavours rounded by the elegance of nettle. FINISH Lingering sweetness from the juniper with an echo of summer fruits. 174
SULLIVAN S COVE HOBART NO.4 GIN Tasmania, Australia The original Gins of the 17th / 18th / 19th Century were made using malted barley spirit, but this practice was lost over as more efficient distillation methods were developed, often at the expense of quality. An often overlooked fact of modern gin making is that the spirit is just as important as the botanicals. The spirit provides the body, the vehicle to transport the delicate herb, spice, fruit and floral notes and essences, and crucially, to provide mouthfeel. Tasmanian Distillery produces some of the best malted barley spirit in the world and that s why they make their Gin using the exact same malt spirit that they use to make their Famous World Class Whiskies. It lends the Gin a weight, body and character that you ll recognize and appreciate from the first sip.
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GIN HOBART NO.4 BATCH DISTILLED GIN This seductively rich spirit is double distilled in our pot still from our Island s barley and soft water, and enriched with four native Australian botanicals. Lemon Myrtle, Anise Myrtle, Lanceolata and Wattleseed. Indulge your senses and taste our splendid isolation. NOSE Bright lemon, fresh pine needles, white pepper and malt spice. PALATE Herbaceous with notes of cracked peppercorns, orange peel, grapefruit, vanilla and liquorice. FINISH Cloves of cinnamon give way to a slightly sweetmalty smooth and long finish. 177
GRAPPA Italy There is a legend that tells of a Roman soldier who first distilled grappa in the northern Italian town of Bassano del Grappa using distilling equipment stolen in Egypt, however, the story cannot be considered reliable as such equipment could not produce grappa. Distillation useful for producing beverages was not discovered until the eighth century, and it likely took about two more centuries for the technology to travel from its home in the Levant and Persia to Italy (likely by route of the Crusades). Around 1600 AD, the Jesuits in Spain, Italy and Germany studied and codified the techniques used to produce brandy or grappa, and their methods were used until recent times. The Museum of Wine and Grappa shows historical equipment used in the early years of grappa distillation.
VARIOUS AWARDS CARPENE MALVOLTI BIANCA CARPENE MALVOLTI RISERVA FANTINEL LIS RADRIS BIANCA NARDINI BIANCA NARDINI RISERVA 179
GRAPPA CARPENE MALVOLTI Bianca COLOUR Crystal clear. BOUQUET Fine and persisting, clean and elegant. TASTE Dry and harmonious. CARPENE MALVOLTI Riserva COLOUR A clear, slightly golden amber colour. BOUQUET Delicate, typical of the noble aging. TASTE Soft elegant and velvety. 180
GRAPPA FANTINEL LIS RADRIS Bianca COLOUR Crystal clear. BOUQUET Mild, fruity flavour. NARDINI Bianca Pomace of grapes harvested in the foothills of Veneto and Friuli Regions of Italy. Traditional distillation, vacuum-sealed steam still with double rectification. NARDINI Riserva Pomace of grapes harvested in the foothills of Veneto and Friuli Regions of Italy. 181
SULLIVAN S COVE Tasmania, Australia The birthplace of Tasmanian whisky, Sullivan s Cove on the River Derwent was where the British, in 1804, established the settlement that would go on to become the vibrant, beautiful port city of Hobart. In the days of the harsh penal colony, the locals were understandably fond of a drink with 16 legal distilleries and countless illegal stills operating by 1824. However, in 1838 Governor John Franklin imposed a total prohibition on distilling a ban that would last for 150 years. With the ban finally overturned in the early 1990s, Sullivan s Cove whisky was established in 1994 right in the heart of the Cove inspired by the traditional home of Tasmanian whisky. Underpinned by its rich heritage and with unsurpassed natural ingredients, Tasmanian whisky has developed into a significant force on the global scene with Sullivan s Cove whisky leading the charge.
WHISKY DOUBLE CASK AWARDS GOLD MEDAL World Whisky Masters 2011 SILVER MEDAL World Whisky Masters 2012 SILVER MEDAL Wizards of Whisky 2012 GOLD MEDAL Beverage Testing Institute 2013 AMERICAN OAK BEST REST OF THE WORLD 12 YEARS AND UNDER World Whiskies Awards 2011 GOLD MEDAL World Whisky Masters 2011 SILVER MEDAL World Whisky Masters 2012 SILVER MEDAL Wizards of Whisky 2012 183
WHISKY DOUBLE CASK NOSE Vanilla driven perfume, floral fruit, soft spice and cloves. PALATE Soft, creamy, well structured and balanced. Herbal, then some spices and honey. English candy notes and a hint of pear. FINISH Well-rounded fruity finish of a medium length with hints of honey and milk chocolate. To create this Tasmanian Single Malt Whiskey our distiller has combined two casks of different character creating a deeper, more complex spirit than maturation in only one wood. Once matured, the whisky is hand decanted and united to capture and enhance the character of the two wood types, creating a perfect balance between sweet malt and oak that ends with a hint of dark chocolate and rainforest AMERICAN OAK NOSE Malt, spice, subtle nutty characters and light cream PALATE Rounded, full, creamy. Initially lots of sweet barley and fruit at front of palate, vanilla comes through and citrus notes in the middle palate FINISH Honeyed, long, even finish with great balance. To create this truly exceptional Single Malt Whisky our distiller has selected the purest ingredients and highest quality American Oak ex-bourbon casks. The award winning result is elegant and creamy exhibiting sweet malt and citrus notes with a lingering finish. Taste our splendid isolation, indulge your senses. SalesPortfolio.... 2 184
OUZO Greece Ouzo is an anise-flavoured aperitif that is widely consumed in Greece and Cyprus and part of their tradition. It has its roots in Tsipouro, which is said to have been the work of a group of 14th-century monks on Mount Athos. According to Greek manufacturers, the best way to enjoy Ouzo is straight from the freezer, however some people prefer to either dilute it with water or add ice.
OUZO TSANTALI OLYMPIC This ouzo has the authentic taste of tradition because it is distilled according to a secret recipe of the Tsantali family that has been passed down from generation to generation. The multiple distillations carried out in patented traditional copper stills protect the delicate essence of the anise and secret herbs, which lend their unique aromas and flavours to this ouzo. 186
CRYSTAL HEAD VODKA Canada THE FINEST VODKA IS UNTOUCHED. NATURALLY SMOOTH. Highest quality peaches and cream corn is distilled four times into a neutral grain spirit and blended with pristine water from Newfoundland, Canada. The liquid is then filtered seven times, of which three are through layers of semi precious crystals known as Herkimer diamonds. THE CRYSTAL HEAD BOTTLE WAS DESIGNED WITH A PURE SPIRIT IN MIND. Dan Aykroyd and John Alexander wanted to craft a vessel worthy of one of the world s purest vodkas. A symbol of life, reflecting power and enlightenment, to hold their awardwinning white spirit of super natural purity. Crystal Head contains no additives. No glycerol, citrus oils or sugars. Nothing is added to enhance or mask the taste. NOTHING BUT PURE SPIRIT.
VODKA ORIGINAL GRAIN VODKA AWARDS GOLD MEDAL Super Premium The Vodka Masters 2013 London, UK NEW PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Luxury spirit $75 plus 2012 Australia Liquor Industry Awards DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL 2011 San Francisco World Spirits Competition GOLD MEDAL for Excellent Taste 2013 PRODEXPO Moscow, Russia GOLD MEDAL For Best Premium Imported Vodka 2013 thefiftybest.com AURORA WHEAT VODKA 188
VODKA ORIGINAL GRAIN VODKA This is an excellent vodka with a complex and smooth style. With hints of vanilla, citrus and grain this perfect vodka has just enough bite to let you know it s there and it works perfectly with the vermouth in martini. AURORA WHEAT VODKA A clean, clear and colourless spirit. On the nose crisp with delicate floral aromas with a subtle hint of anise. Warm with strong peppercorn notes and touch of sweetness. Dry, clean and warming sensation on the finish. 189