Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps Danish Aquavit 35 cl 35%

Blackcurrants from the vineyard's own bushes on a small island in the Little Belt, pressed and distilled into something stronger than juice. It's summer bottled for the darker months.

The Expert's Description

Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps Dansk Snaps is a Danish fruit snaps at 35% ABV from Årø Vingård.

Årø Vingård is located on the island of Årø in the Little Belt near Haderslev, best known for its wines, but it also runs its own small distillery producing snaps and gin alongside the winemaking. The blackcurrant snaps is made at this distillery from fresh blackcurrants.

The snaps carries the blackcurrant's tart, fresh character straight from berry to bottle, without heavy spicing, letting the fruit's own flavour take centre stage.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh, berry-forward aroma of blackcurrant with a tart edge.

Palate

Distinct blackcurrant flavour, tart and juicy with a light sweetness.

Finish

Short to medium, with the blackcurrant's tartness as the last thing you notice.

Specifications

Name: Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps Dansk Snaps
Distillery: Årø Vingård
Country: Denmark
Type: Fruit Snaps
ABV: 35%
Size: 35 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled as a fresh snaps or alongside desserts with dark berries

Flavour Profile

Blackcurrant · Tartness · Fruit · Fresh

Did You Know?

Årø Vingård started in 2004 as a vineyard, but has since expanded with its own distillery, where this blackcurrant snaps, among other spirits, is made.

Frequently Asked Questions about Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps Dansk Snaps

What type of spirit is Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps?

It's a Danish fruit snaps made from blackcurrants, produced at Årø Vingård's own distillery.

Where does Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps come from?

It's made at Årø Vingård, located on the island of Årø in the Little Belt near Haderslev.

Does Årø Vingård only make wine?

No, alongside wine, Årø Vingård also runs its own small distillery, where they make snaps and gin among other things.

What does Årø Vingård Solbærsnaps taste like?

It has a distinct, tart blackcurrant flavour with a light sweetness and a fresh, juicy character.

How should the blackcurrant snaps be served?

It's best served chilled, either as a fresh snaps or alongside desserts with dark berries.

Is the blackcurrant snaps heavily spiced?

No, it's kept simple so the blackcurrant's own flavour takes centre stage.

Does the blackcurrant snaps pair well with food?

It works well with desserts featuring dark berries or chocolate, and as a fresh way to close a meal.

What is special about Årø as an island?

Årø is a small Danish island in the Little Belt, known for its mild climate, which makes it well suited to both winegrowing and fruit cultivation.