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The spirit then rests in stainless steel for as long as necessary before being reduced to 41% with spring water from the Monte Grappa massif. There is no wood influence, allowing the character of Amarone pomace to remain clear and undistorted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystalline and intensely aromatic. The nose opens with dried cherry, plum, raisin and red flowers, followed by cocoa, sweet spice, herbs and a subtle bitter-almond note. The palate is broad and powerful, yet remarkably clean, with ripe fruit, warming spice and a long, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Amarone translated into pure distillation: concentrated and commanding, but controlled by Capovilla’s precision. A serious grappa for slow drinking, with the depth to satisfy whisky and aged-spirit drinkers while retaining the transparency of an unwooded spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809395863,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/capovillared.png?v=1783821337"},{"product_id":"capovilla-grappa-di-brunello","title":"Capovilla Grappa di Brunello","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Brunello begins with the pomace of Sangiovese used for Brunello di Montalcino, one of Italy’s most important red wines. Capovilla treats this material not as a winemaking by-product, but as a final opportunity to reveal the perfume, structure and savoury character of the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVittorio Capovilla is one of the figures who elevated modern Italian distillation from rustic digestif to serious artisanal spirit. After discovering the distilling traditions of Austria, Germany and Switzerland in the 1970s, he spent more than ten years refining his own equipment and method before opening the distillery in 1986.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pomace is distilled twice in small copper stills through Capovilla’s gentle bain-marie system. This slow, discontinuous method isolates the cleanest and most expressive heart of the distillation. The grappa then rests in stainless steel until fully integrated and is brought to 44% with water from the springs of Monte Grappa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is clear and precise. The nose shows red cherry, wild strawberry, violet and dried rose, followed by black pepper, tobacco leaf, toasted almond and a gentle earthy note. The palate is firm and elegant, with bright red-fruit detail, savoury spice and a persistent, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result reflects the dignity of its source without trying to imitate the wine itself. It is a structured, refined grappa that translates Sangiovese into aroma, warmth and mineral clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809428631,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/capovilla4.png?v=1783821012"},{"product_id":"capovilla-grappa-di-traminer","title":"Capovilla Grappa di Traminer","description":"\u003cp\u003eTraminer is one of the most naturally aromatic grapes used for grappa, but intensity alone is not enough. In Capovilla’s hands, its floral and exotic character is distilled with restraint, creating a spirit that is expressive without becoming perfumed or sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVittorio Capovilla built his reputation on the belief that great distillation begins before the still is heated. Raw material must be fresh, healthy and intensely aromatic. Once it arrives at the distillery, every stage is designed to protect what is already present rather than manufacture flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Traminer pomace completes its fermentation before undergoing two slow distillations in small copper bain-marie stills. The clear spirit then rests in stainless steel until its primary aromas and more complex secondary notes are fully integrated. It is reduced to 41% with spring water from the Monte Grappa massif, without oak, added sugar or flavouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystalline and highly fragrant. Rose petal, orange blossom, lychee, white peach and fresh grape skin lead into notes of citrus peel, gentle spice and dried flowers. The palate is soft in texture but completely dry, with aromatic clarity, fine warmth and a clean floral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most aromatic of the grappas that Capovilla produces, but also one of the most precise. It offers an excellent introduction to Capovilla’s ability to preserve the identity of a grape through distillation rather than disguise it behind alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809461399,"sku":null,"price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/capovilla2.png?v=1783820708"},{"product_id":"capovilla-grappa-di-nebbiolo","title":"Capovilla Grappa di Nebbiolo","description":"\u003cp\u003eNebbiolo is defined by an unmistakable savoury austerity. Capovilla’s Grappa di Nebbiolo preserves that identity in a clear spirit, translating the grape’s roses, red fruit, herbs and spice into a form that is powerful but never coarse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince opening his distillery in 1986, Vittorio Capovilla has approached grappa with the discipline usually reserved for the greatest wines. He sources pomace from growers who share his respect for nature and requires it to reach the distillery quickly, protected from oxidation and unnecessary sulphur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pomace is distilled twice in small copper stills using a slow bain-marie system, allowing Capovilla to select only the most refined part of the spirit. It then rests in stainless steel for as long as required and is diluted to 44% with spring water from the Monte Grappa massif. The absence of oak keeps the profile transparent and focused on Nebbiolo itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystal clear. The nose is fine and layered, with rose, raspberry, red cherry and dried violet, followed by sage, liquorice, tobacco and pepper. The palate is structured and dry, with persistent red-fruit character, herbal depth and a long, finely spiced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Nebbiolo is vertical and austere. It is a spirit of perfume and structure, offering the precision of a great clear grappa with the unmistakable dignity of one of Italy’s noblest red grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809494167,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/capovilla3.png?v=1783821443"},{"product_id":"marolo-grappa-di-barolo-9-years","title":"Marolo Grappa di Barolo 9 Years","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarolo’s Grappa di Barolo 9 Years begins a remarkable study of time, wood and Nebbiolo. Distilled from fresh pomace sourced from the production of Barolo, it retains the noble grape’s floral and balsamic identity while introducing the depth and warmth of extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaolo Marolo founded the distillery in Alba in 1977 with a clear ambition: to treat grappa as a spirit capable of expressing grape variety, landscape and artisanal precision. Fresh pomace is handled through discontinuous bain-marie distillation, a slow method designed to preserve the finest aromas before the spirit begins its long evolution in wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression matures for 9 years in small oak barrels. At this stage, the wood broadens the grappa without overwhelming its fruit, creating the most immediate and fruit-driven member of the aged Barolo series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows a brilliant amber colour. The nose is broad and articulate, moving through dried fruit, cooked apple, preserved fruit, prune and raisin before opening into honeyed floral notes. Cinnamon, tobacco, liquorice and vanilla emerge with air, giving the spirit greater warmth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is smooth despite its 50% strength, with rich fruit, gentle sweetness from maturation and a long, finely spiced finish. It is the ideal introduction to Marolo’s long-aged Grappa di Barolo: generous, expressive and still clearly connected to the original Nebbiolo pomace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809526935,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/Marolo9.png?v=1783821243"},{"product_id":"marolo-grappa-di-barolo-15-years","title":"Marolo Grappa di Barolo 15 Years","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Barolo 15 Years marks the point where Marolo’s aged series moves from richness into real authority. The fruit of Nebbiolo remains present, but fifteen years in wood create a darker, more austere and more profoundly spiced expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince founding the distillery in 1977, Paolo Marolo has approached maturation as a form of design rather than disguise. The barrel is chosen to enhance the natural beauty of the grappa, not to conceal it. Fresh Barolo pomace is distilled through the family’s slow discontinuous bain-marie method, then entrusted to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grappa matures for 15 years in small oak and acacia barrels. Oak contributes structure, spice and depth, while acacia brings a more delicate aromatic lift and helps preserve the underlying character of Nebbiolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a deep amber colour that immediately suggests concentration. The nose is powerful and layered, led by clove, black pepper, nutmeg, anise, liquorice and tobacco. Beneath the spice are plum, candied fruit, dried fruit and the floral-balsamic character of Nebbiolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is dry, firm and enveloping rather than sweet, with considerable aromatic force and a long finish of tobacco, dark spice, liquorice and mature fruit. For drinkers who value structure and complexity over simple softness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809559703,"sku":null,"price":255.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/Marolo15.png?v=1783821226"},{"product_id":"marolo-grappa-di-barolo-20-years","title":"Marolo Grappa di Barolo 20 Years","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Barolo 20 Years stands at the summit of Marolo’s age-stated Barolo collection. Two decades of maturation transform the spirit without erasing its origin, producing a grappa of exceptional depth, darkness and composure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarolo has worked with the noble pomace of Piedmont since 1977, when Paolo Marolo founded the distillery in Alba. His philosophy helped establish grappa as a serious expression of grape and place, while his mastery of wood ageing became one of the defining signatures of the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Nebbiolo pomace from Barolo, the grappa is distilled through a slow discontinuous bain-marie process and aged for 20 years in small oak and acacia barrels. This prolonged rest develops extraordinary aromatic complexity and a softer, more integrated texture, while the high strength preserves intensity and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows an exceptionally deep amber colour. The nose unfolds through pepper, clove, nutmeg, tobacco, anise and liquorice, followed by fruit preserve, cooked apple, prune, raisin, almond and walnut. The wood and fruit are no longer separate elements, but part of a single mature and harmonious profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is full, smooth and deeply persistent, with moderate sweetness, warming spice and layers of dried and preserved fruit. The finish is expansive and unhurried, leaving tobacco, liquorice, nuts and dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Marolo at its most complete: a prestige grappa shaped by Nebbiolo, twenty years of patience and one of Piedmont’s most respected traditions of artisanal distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809592471,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/Marolo20.png?v=1783820998"},{"product_id":"marolo-grappa-di-moscato","title":"Marolo Grappa di Moscato","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Moscato is the most immediately aromatic expression in Marolo’s classic range. Distilled from fresh Moscato d’Asti pomace, it preserves the grape’s natural perfume while remaining completely dry, clear and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1977, Marolo has worked from Alba with the idea that grappa should express the identity of the original grape rather than become a neutral spirit. Fresh pomace is distilled in small batches through discontinuous bain-marie stills, a gentle method that helps retain the most delicate varietal aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spirit rests in stainless steel tanks, with no wood ageing. This keeps the profile transparent and allows Moscato to remain the central voice, without vanilla, toast or sweetness from oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystal clear. The nose is intensely fragrant, with orange blossom, rose, fresh grapes, white peach, lychee and citrus peel. On the palate, it is smooth but dry, with floral lift, ripe fruit and a clean, aromatic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most accessible grappas, one that even new drinkers will enjoy: expressive, elegant and immediately recognisable. 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Nebbiolo is not treated in the same way as Moscato or Barbera: its floral character, savoury complexity and firmer structure require a grappa with greater depth and a more measured evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter distillation in discontinuous bain-marie stills, the spirit rests in stainless steel and then spends 6 months in small oak barrels. The wood gives it a pale amber colour and a subtle savoury richness, but does not dominate the identity of the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows a light amber hue. The nose opens with rose, dried violet, red cherry and raspberry, followed by liquorice, tobacco, herbs and a gentle oak note. The palate is warm, dry and structured, with fine spice and a long, austere finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis grappa is complex and contemplative: a clear expression of Nebbiolo's floral profile and elegance, sharpened by gentle oak ageing and Marolo’s precise distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809920151,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/MaroloNebbiolo.png?v=1783821315"},{"product_id":"marolo-grappa-di-barbera","title":"Marolo Grappa di Barbera","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Barbera reflects the direct, lively character of one of Piedmont’s most important native red grapes. Where Moscato is floral and Nebbiolo is austere, Barbera gives a spirit that is dry, frank and energetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarolo distils only fresh pomace, working in small batches through discontinuous bain-marie stills. The slow process is designed to preserve the character of each grape variety rather than standardise it into a single house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grappa rests entirely in stainless steel, with no wood influence. This keeps the colour clear and the profile focused on Barbera’s vinous fruit, freshness and naturally vigorous personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystal clear. The nose is lively and direct, with red cherry, plum, grape skin, wild berries and light floral notes. On the palate, it is dry, firm and consistent, with clean fruit, warming alcohol and a decisive finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a traditional, uncompromising clear grappa, built on freshness, dryness and the honest character of Barbera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009809952919,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/marolobarbera.png?v=1783820846"},{"product_id":"capovilla-grappa-di-bassano-2018","title":"2018 Capovilla Grappa di Bassano","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Bassano is Capovilla’s most explicitly local grappa, made from pomace originating from grapes grown and vinified within the municipality of Bassano del Grappa. Rather than focusing on a single variety, it brings together the different voices of the area in one clear and precise spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 is composed of 35% Cabernet Franc, 35% Merlot and 30% Pinot Blanc. Cabernet Franc contributes herbs, spice and a firmer savoury line; Merlot brings rounder fruit and softness; Pinot Blanc lifts the blend with white flowers, fresh grape and a more delicate aromatic edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVittorio Capovilla opened his distillery in 1986 after more than a decade studying and refining the Central European tradition of small-batch distillation. His approach begins with uncompromising raw material and aims to preserve its identity rather than manufacture flavour through wood, sugar or excessive rectification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pomace undergoes two slow distillations in small copper stills heated through a bain-marie system. The grappa then rests in stainless steel for as long as necessary before being reduced to 41% with spring water from the Monte Grappa massif. There is no oak influence, allowing the grape varieties and place to remain transparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it is crystal clear. The nose opens with fresh grape skin, pear, white flowers and red plum, followed by dried herbs, black pepper, almond and a cool mineral note. The palate is dry and finely structured, combining gentle fruit with herbal freshness, clean warmth and a persistent savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrappa di Bassano 2018 is not defined by the power of one famous grape. It is the voice of the birthplace of this spirit. 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These oils, rather than lemon juice, are what give traditional limoncello its depth, fragrance and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lemons are harvested at the right stage of ripeness and peeled by hand in small batches. Careful peeling is essential: only the yellow zest is wanted, while the bitter white pith must be left behind. The fresh peels are then infused in pure alcohol before the extract is balanced with water and sugar according to the traditional recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limoncello is bottled without preservatives, colouring agents or stabilisers. It is also unfiltered, so a light deposit or separation of natural lemon oils may appear in the bottle. This is not a fault, but a sign of its minimally processed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows a naturally vivid yellow colour. The nose is immediate and pure, with freshly cut lemon peel, citrus blossom, lemon oil and a light herbal note. The palate is sweet but lifted by fresh citrus bitterness, with a smooth texture and a long, clean finish that tastes of real lemon rather than artificial flavouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe ice cold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48009810018455,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/limoncello_c14e67cb-e463-4e47-979a-adb576665c87.png?v=1783821182"}],"url":"https:\/\/bricchiandbarrett.com.au\/collections\/not-wine.oembed","provider":"Bricchi and Barrett","version":"1.0","type":"link"}