On Sardinia, where the sun bakes the wild herbs dry along the coastline, the Carta family has for three generations distilled the island's character into a clear, aromatic sambuca led by star anise.
Ekspertens beskrivelse
Silvio Carta Sambuca is an Italian anise liqueur at 42% ABV, produced by Silvio Carta on Sardinia from star anise and local herbs.
Silvio Carta founded his company in Baratili San Pietro in the early 1950s and was the man who brought modern winemaking to Sardinia. Today the company is run by his son, Elio Carta, who maintains a production process in which every element - from grapes and grain to the aromatic herbs - is authentically Sardinian. The base is first distilled into a clean, neutral alcohol, which is then infused with star anise and local herbs and distilled a second time to draw out the most delicate flavour nuances.
Smag
The nose is intense and spiced with clear anise, liquorice and herbs. The palate is rich and full with layers of anise, liquorice root and warm spice, finishing in a long, soft and aromatic aftertaste without sharp edges.
Specifikationer
Name: Sambuca
Producer: Silvio Carta
Region/Country: Sardinia, Italy
Type: Italian Sambuca (Anise Liqueur)
Main Ingredients/Flavourings: Star anise, local Sardinian herbs and spices
ABV: 42%
Size: 70 cl
Production Method: Double distillation - first a neutral alcohol base, then infused and re-distilled with star anise and herbs
Serving Suggestion: Serve as an after-dinner drink, neat or "con la mosca" with a few coffee beans, or as an aromatic addition to coffee and desserts
Smagsprofil
Anise · Liquorice · Spiced · Aromatic
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Silvio Carta was the first to produce vermouth on Sardinia, and the company is today regarded as one of the island's most respected producers of wine, liqueur and spirits - all built on local Sardinian ingredients.
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