Dolin Vermouth Dry France 16%

High above Chambéry, the Alps rise into thin mountain air, and wormwood and other alpine herbs cling to the rock, soaking up sun through the short summer. It is these plants that give Dolin Vermouth Dry its clean, dry character.

Expert's Description

Dolin Vermouth Dry is a Dry Vermouth from Chambéry in Savoie, made from white wine and flavoured with more than 30 alpine herbs, with an alcohol content of 16%.

Dolin was founded in 1821 by Joseph Chavasse, who had already been running a liqueur distillery near Mont Blanc since 1815. Inspired by the aperitifs of Turin, he created a new vermouth with a secret recipe of white wine from Savoie infused with a wide range of alpine plants and spices. In 1843 Louis-Ferdinand Dolin married into the family and gave his name to the house, and since 1919 the Sevez family has carried the tradition forward through several generations as an independent, family-owned house. In 1932 Chambéry became the only town in France to receive a protected designation of origin for vermouth, and Dolin is today considered the oldest and last independent vermouth producer remaining in the town.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh and light aromas of citrus peel, menthol and balsamic notes, underscored by lychee, grape juice, almond and a touch of pine forest.

Palate

Gentle sweetness with tropical, almost lychee-like notes, giving way to drier, herbal nuances and finishing on a bitter clove note.

Finish

Medium length and dry, with lingering herbal notes, a light warmth, a whisper of nuttiness and white pepper, closing on a clean, faintly chalky minerality.

Specifications

Distillery: Dolin
Region: Chambéry, Savoie, France
Type: Dry Vermouth
ABV: 16%
Size: 75 CL
EAN No.: 3274510003753
Serving suggestion: Best enjoyed on the rocks with a lemon twist, or as the base of a classic dry Martini.

Flavour Profile

Herbal · Citrus · Dry · Mineral · Alpine

Did you know?

Chambéry is the only town in France where vermouth has its own protected designation of origin, a status it has held since 1932.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dolin Vermouth Dry

What is Dolin Vermouth Dry?

It is a Dry Vermouth from Chambéry in Savoie, made from white wine flavoured with more than 30 alpine herbs, with an alcohol content of 16%.

How should Dolin Vermouth Dry be served?

It is best enjoyed chilled, on the rocks with a lemon twist, or as the base of a classic dry Martini.

Does Dolin Vermouth Dry need to be refrigerated after opening?

Yes, once opened the bottle should be kept cool and dark and enjoyed within a few weeks for the best flavour.

What bottle size is Dolin Vermouth Dry available in?

It is sold in a 75 CL bottle.

Who produces Dolin Vermouth Dry?

It is produced by the French house Dolin in Chambéry, which has been making vermouth since 1821.

What makes Dolin Vermouth Dry a dry style?

Compared to sweeter styles, it has a light, herbal and dry character with only a hint of sweetness from the white wine base.

Which herbs are used in Dolin Vermouth Dry?

The recipe draws on a selection of more than 30 alpine plants, flowers and spices gathered in the mountains around Chambéry.

Why is Chambéry known for vermouth?

In 1932 the town received France's only protected designation of origin for vermouth, thanks to its long tradition of herb gathering in the surrounding Alps.