Eligo dell’Ornellaia GRAPPA RISERVA 3 Years

Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years

Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years is a grappa of great personality signed by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, born from selected pomace of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes. A distillate that elegantly interprets the philosophy of the winery, combining artisanal care, precision, and territorial identity in a product designed for those seeking quality and finesse in the world of Italian grappa.

Territory and wine style

This grappa riserva originates in Tuscany, from a process that enhances the pomace of Ornellaia wines after aging in French oak. The skins are entrusted to a craft distillery in the Tuscan countryside, where the aromatic heart is extracted using small copper stills. Aging takes place for at least three years in barrels owned by the winery, resulting in a style that is rich, harmonious, and refined. The blending with reserves from previous vintages contributes to expanding the overall profile and making the distillate more complex and mature.

Tasting notes

Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years presents with golden hues and a visual texture consistent with its aging. On the nose, it offers elegant and enveloping aromas, with a delicate yet defined aromatic component, typical of a superior grappa. On the palate, it expresses a silky texture, good balance, and a pleasant flavor breadth, supported by a smooth progression and a persistent finish. The character of the distillate is refined, with a harmonious perception between structure, roundness, and intensity.

Recommended pairings

This grappa is well-suited to accompany moments of after-dinner enjoyment and indulgent pairings. It is ideal with dark chocolate, dry pastries, almond desserts, cantucci, and lightly sweetened desserts. Thanks to its elegance, Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years can also enhance aged cheeses and meditation, offering a rich and refined tasting experience. It is perfect for those wishing to conclude an important dinner with a classy distillate.

Serving temperature

The ideal serving temperature for Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years is between 16 and 18 °C. It is recommended to serve it in a glass suitable for tasting distillates, so as to best appreciate its aromatic profile and smoothness. Prolonged oxygenation is not necessary, but a few minutes in the glass can help express the aromas.

Why buy it

Choosing Eligo dell'Ornellaia Grappa Riserva 3 years means opting for a distillate that combines prestige, craftsmanship, and stylistic coherence. The signature of Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, the selection of pomace, and aging in owned barrels make this grappa a high-profile offering, suitable both for an important gift and for those looking to purchase an elegant, complex, and distinctive grappa riserva online.