Poli, Grappa di Torcolato (1.75L)
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Born from the frozen landscape of a Venetian winter, Amorosa di Dicembre by Poli Distillerie is a rare liquid jewel that captures the absolute essence of patience. It is an object with a weighted physical soul, a grappa born from the dried marcs of Vespaiolo grapes used for the legendary Torcolato wine. This spirit acts as a permanent record of a centuries-old tradition where grapes are hung from fruit-loft ceilings in long "braids" (torcolati) to wither until December. By the time the distillation begins in the final month of the year, the fruit has reached a concentrated, honeyed intensity that is unmatched in the world of spirits.
The heritage of the Poli family, who have operated their artisanal copper stills in Schiavon since 1898, serves as a stable pillar for this extraordinary distillate. Using a discontinuous flowing-steam method, the family extracts only the "heart" of the essence, a process so delicate it has been compared to the elegant, long-necked women in Modigliani’s paintings. The result is a young grappa of startling aromatic density, offering a profound landscape of raisins, dried figs, dates, and honey. On the palate, there is a grounded rhythmic joy in its soft, velvety texture that balances the natural warmth of the alcohol with a long finish of toasted almonds and exotic spices. Amorosa di Dicembre provides a distinguished atmosphere that remains like nothing else for those who seek the pinnacle of Italian craft, delivering a sensory experience that is as much a meditation on time as it is a masterclass in distillation.
Origin: Schiavon, Veneto, Italy
Raw Material: Grape pomace of Vespaiolo for Torcolato wine
Distillation: Artisanal, in small lots with a discontinuous copper steam still
The Ritual: Distilled only in December when the grapes reach peak concentration
Aromatic Profile: Raisins, Apricot, Honey, and Dried Figs
Significance: A cult classic in the Poli "Amorosa" line, representing the ultimate seasonal expression of the Veneto region’s most precious dessert grapes.