POLI DISTILLERIE
ARZENTE ITALIAN BRANDY
SCHIAVON • VENETO • 10-YEAR-AGED WINE DISTILLATE
"The nobility of time in the Veneto. A purely dry, complex, and majestic wine spirit, patiently aged in oak for the world's most discerning palates."
Steam Still Distillation and Allier Oak
The Poli Brandy (Arzente) is crafted by Poli Distillerie in Schiavon, Veneto. It is a dry distillate obtained from the artisanal distillation of local white wines (Trebbiano di Soave) in a discontinuous steam still, with a minimum of 10 years of aging in French Allier oak barrels.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Poli Distillerie (est. 1898).
Region of Origin: Schiavon, Veneto, Italy.
Raw Material: Trebbiano di Soave white wine.
Aging: Minimum 10 years in French Allier oak barrels.
Type of Beverage: Aged wine brandy (Arzente).
Profile: Dry, no added sugar.
Production Method: Artisanal distillation in a discontinuous copper steam still, with a precise heart cut.
Alcohol Content: 40.0% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C (60°F - 64°F), in a balloon glass.
SKU / MPN: IT-POLI-ARZENTE-BRANDY-700ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep golden amber, clean, with mahogany and topaz highlights.
Nose: Toasted almonds, hazelnuts, blond tobacco, vanilla, dark chocolate, raisins, and noble woods.
Palate: Sober and dry, silky yet with a firm alcoholic structure, cinnamon, clove, and toasted wood, with a long, warm finish.
3. Distillate Architecture
4. Moments and Recommended Pairings
Gourmet Meditation Pairing: High-cocoa dark chocolates, baked desserts with dried fruits, dates, ripe figs, coffee-based pastries, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, blue cheeses, or an after-dinner cigar.
Suggested Moments:
- Business: To conclude an executive lunch or dinner.
- Special Celebration: Anniversaries and promotions.
- The Perfect Gift: For collectors of cult spirits.
- Summer: On cool open-air evenings.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Is this distillate dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is dry: with no added sugars, its perceived warmth and sweetness come from the grapes and the French wood.
What does 'Arzente' mean?
It is an archaic Italian term, derived from 'acqua ardente' (burning water), used to name national brandy.
Should the glass be warmed before serving?
Not with fire; simply serve it at room temperature (16°C-18°C / 60°F-64°F) and let the warmth of your hand temper the glass.