Name: Grappa Ben Ryé
Type: grappa aged in small oak barrels
Alcohol content: 42% vol.
Pomace: from Zibibbo grapes used to produce Ben Ryé on the island of Pantelleria.
Distillation: the Zibibbo pomace is distilled in alembic stills using the discontinuous bain-marie method.
Description: after a long ageing period in small barrels, the grappa has an antique gold hue and is extremely clear; it is distinctly but not excessively sweet on the palate. The bouquet initially delivers typical citrus notes, followed by a superb aromatic array of fresh and candied fruit (citron, peach, apricot and exotic fruit) blended with a subtle aroma of vanilla.
Serving suggestions: the perfect accompaniment to dried fruit, plain pastries and biscuits; try it with mature and strong cheeses, sipping slowly.
Best served: in small tulip glasses with flared rims at 12-16°C