Noilly Prat Vermouth Dry France 18%

In Marseillan, where the Mediterranean meets the Étang de Thau, oak casks have stood beneath the open sky for almost two hundred years, letting sun and salt shape the wine within. Noilly Prat Dry is the distillate of that outdoor ageing tradition that made the town famous.

Expert's Description

Noilly Prat Vermouth Dry is a French dry vermouth from Maison Noilly Prat in Marseillan, made from white wine infused with a secret blend of herbs and spices, with an alcohol strength of 18%. The house was founded in 1813 by herbalist Joseph Noilly, who developed the recipe roughly 50 years before the Italian house of Martini, creating France's first vermouth. The wine, made from Picpoul and Clairette grapes grown in the Languedoc, undergoes the house's signature method known as L'Enclos: after eight months in Canadian oak casks, the wine is transferred to half-hogsheads of Limousin oak, where it matures outdoors beneath the open sky for up to a year, exposed to Mediterranean sun and the salt air of the Étang de Thau. The oxidative depth this creates has made Noilly Prat Dry a cornerstone of the classic Dry Martini cocktail.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is dry and saline, with chamomile, gentian and a hint of orange peel.

Palate

The palate is crisp and herbaceous, with notes of bitter herbs, citrus and a light nutty tone.

Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with a lingering, light bitterness.

Specifications

Distillery: Maison Noilly Prat
Region: Marseillan, Languedoc, France
Type: Vermouth
ABV: 18%
Size: 100 CL
EAN no.: 3023010003585
Serving suggestion: Essential in a classic Dry Martini, or enjoyed over ice with a slice of lemon.

Flavour Profile

Dry · Saline · Herbaceous · Citrus · Lightly Bitter

Did You Know?

Noilly Prat Dry is the vermouth traditionally regarded as the foundation of the classic Dry Martini cocktail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Noilly Prat Vermouth Dry?

Noilly Prat Dry is a French dry vermouth from Maison Noilly Prat in Marseillan, made from white wine infused with a secret blend of herbs and spices, with an alcohol strength of 18%.

What is the L'Enclos method?

L'Enclos is the house's signature method, in which the wine matures outdoors in oak casks beneath the open sky for up to a year, exposed to sun and salty sea air.

How should Noilly Prat Dry be served?

It's a key ingredient in the classic Dry Martini cocktail, but can also be enjoyed on its own over ice with a slice of lemon.

When was Noilly Prat Dry created?

The vermouth was developed in 1813 by Joseph Noilly, roughly 50 years before the Italian house of Martini launched its own vermouth.

Which grapes are used for Noilly Prat Dry?

The base is white wine made from Picpoul and Clairette grapes grown in the Languedoc region.

Why is Noilly Prat Dry aged outdoors?

Ageing outdoors beneath the open sky gives the wine an oxidative depth and complexity that is the house's signature and sets it apart from other vermouths.

Can Noilly Prat Dry be used in cooking?

Yes, its dry, herbaceous character works well in sauces and as a substitute for white wine in certain dishes.

How should Noilly Prat Dry be stored after opening?

The bottle should be kept cool and enjoyed within a few weeks to preserve its freshest flavour.