Producer / Winery: Poli Distillerie (Since 1898).

Region of Origin: Schiavon, Veneto, Italy.

Raw Material: Selected white wine from local grapes of the region (Trebbiano di Soave).

Aging / Maturation: Minimum 10 years in small French oak barrels from Allier.

Type of Beverage: Aged Wine Spirit (Brandy / Italian Arzente).

Flavor Classification: Dry (No added sugar, clean, complex and structured).

Production Method: Artisanal distillation of wine using a discontinuous copper pot still heated by indirect steam, precisely selecting the heart of the distillate for its subsequent eternal aging.

Alcohol Content: 40.0% Vol.

Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C (Served in a balloon glass or fine tasting glass, warmed slightly by hand heat).

SKU / MPN: IT-POLI-ARZENTE-BRANDY-700ML

Appearance: Presents a splendid and refined deep golden amber color, exceptionally clean, with mahogany and brilliant topaz reflections that attest to its long years in wood.

Nose: Of a majestic, complex, and warm olfactory impact. Unfolds rich notes of dried fruits (toasted almonds, hazelnuts), followed by elegant bursts of blond tobacco, vanilla bean, dark chocolate, raisins, and a deep background of noble woods and fine resins.

Palate: Noble, sober, and rigorously dry entry. On the palate, it reveals a silky texture yet with great strength and perfectly integrated alcoholic structure. Spicy flavors of cinnamon and clove intertwine with the toasted wood. The finish is extraordinarily long, dry, warm, and of an imperial aromatic elegance.

Meditative Gourmet Pairing: Due to its strictly dry profile, Poli Brandy is the undisputed king of meditative and after-dinner spirits. It harmonizes exquisitely with dark chocolates of great purity (80% cocoa or more), baked desserts with dried fruits, dates, ripe figs, and fine coffee-based pastries. For lovers of savory contrasts, it is outstanding when accompanied by a long-aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese or complex blue cheeses. Excellent to escort a premium cigar after dinner.

Suggested Moments:

• Business: The corporate spirit par excellence. Serving a glass of this 10-year-old brandy at the close of a business lunch or dinner projects a status of high sophistication and distinction, ideal for closing major strategic deals.
• Special Celebration: Perfect for commemorating important milestones, anniversaries, promotions, or significant birthdays, providing a sumptuous and memorable liquid experience for guests.
• The Perfect Gift: Presented in its elegant case with the lineage of Schiavon, it constitutes a stately, sophisticated, and unfailing gift for collectors, mentors, or true connoisseurs of cult spirits.
• Summer (Smoky Nights): Surprisingly enjoyable on cool summer evenings outdoors, sipping it slowly on a terrace as the temperature drops.

What is the specific origin and winery of this distillate?

This sumptuous aged brandy is meticulously handcrafted by the renowned Poli Distillerie. Its specific origin is strictly located in Schiavon, province of Vicenza, in the Veneto region, Italy.

Is this distillate dry, semi-dry, or sweet?

Poli Brandy (Arzente) is a purely dry distillate. Following the style of great traditional aged spirits, it has no added sugars, so all its subtle sensation of warmth and sweetness comes purely from the grape and the natural caramelization of the French wood during its decade of aging.

Why is the term 'Arzente' used on the bottle?

'Arzente' is an archaic Italian term that the celebrated Italian poet and writer Gabriele D'Annunzio revived in the early 20th century to name the national brandy, deriving it from 'acqua ardente' (burning water), giving it a distinctly patriotic and cultural character.

Should the glass be warmed before serving this brandy?

It is not recommended to use fire or artificial heaters, as this aggressively evaporates the more volatile alcohols and ruins the delicate aromas. The best way to enjoy it is to serve it at room temperature (16°C-18°C) and allow the natural warmth of your hand to gently warm the balloon glass.