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Aromatized wine

Quintessenza

by Punset · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAromatized wine
FarmingCertified organic winery ·Ecogruppo Italia
PunsetPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vinification

A previously aged wine is infused according to an old recipe with sugar, aromatic herbs and spices. The mixture includes Calisaya cinchona, orange peel, chamomile, gentian root, liquorice root, cardamom seeds and additional botanicals.

Ageing

The wine is aged before the infusion, although the vessel and duration are not specified.

Tasting profile

Bright, clear and transparent garnet red, with a lightly orange rim. The palate is warm, velvety, enveloping and pleasantly complex. It begins with a light sweetness and finishes with a clean, dry sensation.

Serving and pairing

A traditional match for chocolate.

Label / history

Aromatized wine belongs to the traditional repertoire of Piedmontese recipes.