Description
What kind of spirit is this?
Liquore di Chinotto by Quaglia offers a refined and structured sensory experience. Displaying a vibrant dark amber colour, this Italian liqueur, produced via static infusion, strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and a gentle bitterness. Aromas of vanilla and rhubarb lead into a bittersweet citrus palate, where elegant hints of dandelion and orange blossom add further depth. With an alcohol content of 35% ABV, it delivers a long, persistent finish, making it an ideal chilled digestif or a sophisticated cocktail ingredient to pair with fine chocolate and creamy desserts.
Where does it come from?
Crafted in Piedmont, this spirit showcases the artisanal skill of Quaglia. Its signature ingredient is fresh Ligurian Riviera Chinotto, which is meticulously hand-processed immediately after harvest to preserve its aromatic integrity. This connection between regional distilling expertise and premium coastal citrus results in a character defined by natural ingredients. The result is a structured profile where intense citrus essential oils meet a carefully calibrated sweetness, ensuring a clean and complex flavour profile.
How is it produced?
The production process begins with a delicate static alcohol infusion of freshly harvested fruit, gently extracting the natural juices and aromatic compounds. Following extraction and pressing, the liquid is left to rest in neutral containers for over six months. This extended maturation allows the profile to fully stabilise without external aromatic influence. During this period, the vibrant citrus core harmonises with spicy notes and floral undertones. The final spirit offers a balanced tasting experience with a velvety texture and a pleasantly bitter finish.
History and curiosities
Crafted by Antica Distilleria Quaglia in Piedmont, this liqueur is rooted in an artisanal tradition dating back to 1890. Fresh fruit from the Ligurian Riviera is hand-processed immediately after the harvest to capture its authentic bittersweet citrus profile. Through a delicate static infusion and a patient six-month maturation in neutral vessels, the spirit achieves remarkable depth. This rich heritage yields a captivating elixir that beautifully honours the chinotto, delivering an elegant, moderately bitter finish laced with vibrant hints of vanilla and rhubarb.
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12 - 14 °C
- Start up year: 1890
- Oenologist: Carlo Quaglia
The production of high-quality liqueurs and spirits soon joined the production of grappa in the early years. The company's philosophy is to operate in symbiosis with the land, respecting the raw materials it gives us and protecting the rules that protect it. For this reason, Distelleria Quaglia has been certified as an Organic Distillery since 2018.
Each liqueur writes a story of the terroir and raw materials as the company believes that the distiller's art is to tell it by seeking the perfect combination of aromas and sensations. Time is the secret ingredient combined with patience and rest, one of the most important aspects to take the product to a higher level of quality.
Craftsmanship is the key. The company starts preparing the liqueur by looking for excellence in the raw materials and processing them by hand to preserve all the properties intact. Read more
| Name | Distilleria Quaglia Liquore di Chinotto 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | Liqueurs |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 35.0% by volume |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Distilleria Quaglia |
| Story | History and curiosities Crafted by Antica Distilleria Quaglia in Piedmont, this liqueur is rooted in an artisanal tradition dating back to 1890. Fresh fruit from the Ligurian Riviera is hand-processed immediately after the harvest to capture its authentic bittersweet citrus profile. Through a delicate static infusion and a patient six-month maturation in neutral vessels, the spirit achieves remarkable depth. This rich heritage yields a captivating elixir that beautifully honours the chinotto, delivering an elegant, moderately bitter finish laced with vibrant hints of vanilla and rhubarb. |
| Origin | Piedmont |
| Production technique | Static infusion in alcohol of selected chinotto fruits; maturation in neutral containers for over six months |
| Aging | After pressing, the infusion is matured in neutral containers for over six months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |

