Distilleria Romano Levi
Grappa di Arneis 0.7L
| Size | 0,70 l |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 42.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Aging | Briefly aged (3–4 months) immediately after distillation in old Piedmontese casks (about 700 litres) made from various woods |
- Origin: Produced from Arneis grape pomace in Roero, Piedmont, on the left bank of the Tanaro river
- Ageing: Matured for 3–4 months in traditional Piedmont casks made from mixed woods to enhance body
- Aroma: Notes of ripe white fruits, pear, peach and pineapple, with a subtle aromatic lift
- Palate: Dry, intense yet delicate, offering a rounded, full-bodied profile and herbaceous finish
- Serve & strength: Presented in a 0.7 L bottle at 42% ABV; ideally served at 12–14 °C
Description
What kind of spirit is this?
Grappa di Arneis by Romano Levi is an Italian spirit distilled from Arneis grape pomace and briefly aged in wooden casks. It offers a dry and delicate palate that is well-rounded and full-bodied while remaining refreshingly clean. The bouquet reveals distinct notes of ripe pear, peach, and pineapple, leading into an elegant herbaceous edge. Displaying a pale straw colour with golden highlights, this grappa has an alcohol content of 42% and is best served at 12–14°C.
Where it comes from
This spirit originates in Piedmont, created from Arneis pomace sourced directly from Roero. Located on the left bank of the River Tanaro, this area is historically dedicated to cultivating this specific grape. The use of meticulously selected local ingredients firmly anchors the spirit to its regional roots. This territorial identity is expressed through a fruit-led aromatic profile, maintaining a clear focus on ripe white fruits before delivering a characteristic herbaceous finish.
How it is produced
Production begins with the careful distillation of Arneis pomace, followed by a short resting period to build structure while retaining varietal freshness. The spirit undergoes a brief maturation of three to four months in old Piedmontese casks crafted from mixed woods, holding approximately 700 litres. This resting phase adds body and definition without masking the primary aromas, preserving the bright colour and ensuring a precise, rounded style.
History and Curiosities
Distilleria Romano Levi captures the authentic artisanal heritage of Piedmont. The Arneis pomace originates from the Roero territory on the left bank of the Tanaro river, an area historically renowned for cultivating this grape variety. A fascinating detail is the bottle’s exclusive label, which features original hand-drawn artwork by Romano Levi, serving as a homage to the passion and traditional craftsmanship behind the grappa.
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Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
"… in those days there were so many of them … usually distilleries operated with direct-fire stills. A Malba device, because I always heard the name Malba being mentioned, then I saw that at the Bocchino distillery, which has a room with the stills in sight, there was Malba Giovanni Ricostruzioni Meccaniche Asti or Malba Fratelli (Malba Brothers) or something like that, and ours should be a Malba appliance... for me, who now I think I can say I know it quite well if not very well, because I've been distilling for 46 years, it's a device that goes very well, it's a little gem, a toy, that if you give it what you want, what you need, if you don't push it, if you adapt to it, it works wonders...
… I think that this Giovanni Malba was a distiller because they made this device very well; as well as designing it, if they designed it, they have made it very well".
The Levi house-distillery is now a living, Grappa production museum, a real time capsule, where the Genius Loci of Romano Levi, hovers everywhere in art, in the method and time of work, in the simple and basic objects, scents and serenity. The distillery is always open to everyone, it’s a bit more difficult is to find some bottles ready for sale, as the very low production capacity cannot meet the demand that comes from all over the world, but connoisseurs are aware of this, they enjoy the serenity of the place, don’t get angry and wait or patiently try again. Read more
| Name | Romano Levi Grappa di Arneis 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | Grappa |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 42.0% by volume |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Distilleria Romano Levi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Distilleria Romano Levi captures the authentic artisanal heritage of Piedmont. The Arneis pomace originates from the Roero territory on the left bank of the Tanaro river, an area historically renowned for cultivating this grape variety. A fascinating detail is the bottle’s exclusive label, which features original hand-drawn artwork by Romano Levi, serving as a homage to the passion and traditional craftsmanship behind the grappa. |
| Origin | Roero, Piedmont, Italy (left bank of the River Tanaro) |
| Production technique | Distillation with brief ageing (3–4 months) in old Piedmontese casks made from various woods |
| Aging | Briefly aged (3–4 months) immediately after distillation in old Piedmontese casks (about 700 litres) made from various woods |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |