Grappa Nonino Prosecco Italiy 70 cl 38%

For centuries the skins and seeds of the Prosecco grape were treated as cellar waste. At Nonino they become one of the house's sunniest grappas instead, distilled the same day the grapes are pressed.

Expert description

Grappa Nonino Prosecco is an Italian Grappa distilled from fresh pomace of the Glera grape used to make Prosecco wine, bottled at 38% ABV without any cask ageing.

The Nonino family has distilled in Percoto in Friuli-Venezia Giulia since 1897 and is credited with inventing single-varietal grappa: on 1 December 1973, Benito and Giannola Nonino distilled the pomace of a single grape variety on its own for the first time. The method later spread across the whole grappa industry, but Nonino was first, and the family still personally oversees the purchase of pomace and the entire distillation process.

For this grappa, Nonino collects fresh, soft pomace of Glera grapes from selected vineyards immediately after pressing. The pomace ferments under vacuum in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature and is distilled shortly after, avoiding the off-flavours a longer fermentation would bring. The grappa then rests for six months to a year in stainless steel before bottling without added colour.

Tasting notes

Nose

Light and elegant with a touch of sweetness reminiscent of acacia blossom and ripe, golden apples.

Palate

Fresh and delicate on the palate, almost fragile in its lightness, with a gentle sweetness that never turns cloying.

Finish

The finish is short and clean, with a last hint of blossom that fades quickly and refreshingly.

Specifications

Name: Grappa Nonino Prosecco
Distillery: Nonino
Region/Country: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Type: Italian Grappa
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 cl
Distillation method: 100% distilled with artisanal method in copper stills
Serving suggestion: At about 12°C in a closed tulip glass

Flavour profile

Floral · Acacia · Golden apple · Light sweetness · Fresh

Did you know?

The pomace of the Glera grape was historically discarded as waste from Prosecco production, until grappa producers like Nonino began distilling it into an aromatic product in its own right.

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Frequently asked questions about Grappa Nonino Prosecco

Which grape is this grappa made from?

The grappa is distilled from the pomace of the Glera grape, the same grape used to make Prosecco wine.

Is this grappa sweet?

It has a light, natural sweetness from the grape itself, but no sugar is added. The sweetness comes through mainly as an aroma of acacia and ripe apple.

How should the grappa be served?

Best at around 12°C in a narrow tulip glass, ideally with a couple of minutes of air so the aromas can open up.

Can the grappa be used in cocktails?

Yes, its light, floral character works well in fresh cocktails with, for example, lime and ginger.

What food pairs well with Grappa Nonino Prosecco?

Cream-based desserts, ice cream and fresh fruit salad, where the grappa's lightness complements the sweetness of the dish.

How long does an opened bottle keep?

As a spirit that does not age further in the bottle, an opened bottle stays in fine condition for several years if kept dark and tightly sealed.