POLI DISTILLERIE
SARPA ORO DI POLI GRAPPA
SCHIAVON • VENETO • HIGH-END AGED DISTILLATE
"The tradition of Veneto preserved in gold. A strictly dry, robust, and patiently aged artisanal distillate, encapsulating the history and soul of a unique distilling dynasty."
Family History, Traditional Distillation, and the Complexity of French Oak
The Grappa Poli Sarpa Oro Liqueur from Italy is an undisputed gem of European artisanal distillation. Created under the direction of the historic Poli family at their renowned Poli Distillerie, this super-premium elixir has its specific origin in Schiavon, within the emblematic Veneto region, Italy. It is unequivocally classified as a strictly dry profile distillate, made from the fresh pomace of Merlot and Cabernet grapes. Distilled in small batches using traditional copper pot stills operating with discontinuous steam, the young spirit then patiently matures in the family's underground cellars in French oak barrels, achieving exceptional sumptuousness, smoothness, and roundness without losing an ounce of its strength and Italian authenticity.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Distillery: Poli Distillerie (Est. 1898).
Region of Origin: Schiavon, Veneto, Italy.
Raw Material: Selected pomace (grape skins) from noble red grapes: 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet.
Type of Beverage: Aged Grappa (Grappa Invecchiata / Barrique).
Flavor Classification: Strictly Dry (Pure distillate with no added sugars).
Distillation Method: Artisanal, with a discontinuous copper pot still fed by steam, a slow process that extracts the purest and finest aromas from the grape pomace.
Aging: Patiently aged in medium-toast French oak barrels to provide the distillate with structure, creaminess, and a distinguished spicy array.
Alcohol Content: 40.0% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 15°C - 18°C (Served in tulip-style glasses to appreciate its full bouquet).
SKU / MPN: IT-POLI-SARPAORO-700ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: It displays a captivating and brilliant golden yellow color with clear amber reflections, of great clarity and with dense, glyceric legs that noblely slide down the walls of the glass.
Nose: The aromatic impact is broad, rich, and exceedingly aristocratic. It unfolds clean notes of ripe exotic fruits, lemongrass, and fresh mint, immediately complexified by noble wood notes: threads of vanilla, licorice, dark chocolate, and a subtle aromatic toasted background.
Palate: Powerful yet astonishingly warm and velvety entry. On the palate, it is perceived as strictly dry, boasting a robust, vinous, and well-structured body provided by the Merlot and Cabernet blend. Its passage is enveloping and majestic, finishing with a prolonged, mature finish and a refined aftertaste with notes of sweet spices and fine wood.
3. Distillate Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Being a noble and strictly dry distillate, Sarpa Oro di Poli is the quintessential digestif of fine Italian dining. It harmonizes exquisitely with complex desserts containing high-percentage dark chocolate (tarts, mousses), traditional panettone with candied fruits, nut cakes, and toasted almonds. It is a heavenly experience when enjoyed alongside intense aged cheeses (such as an aged Parmigiano Reggiano or a spicy Gorgonzola) and even elegantly accompanies a freshly extracted premium espresso (the classic 'Caffè Corretto').
Suggested Moments:
- Business: A stately distillate that evokes the highest status and knowledge of Old World historical beverages; it is impeccable for concluding a successful business dinner with a flourish after a major commercial agreement.
- The Perfect Gift: Usually presented in its iconic and elegant retro-designed metal tin, it is a sumptuous and high-level gift ideal for connoisseurs, collectors, and lovers of the good life.
- Romantic Dinner: Its enveloping warmth, subtle vanilla aroma, and sophistication offer the ideal pretext to extend an after-dinner conversation as a couple, creating an atmosphere of absolute intimacy and elegance.
- Summer (Summer Nights): Ideal for enjoying on cool summer nights after a light dinner, serving it slightly chilled to highlight its subtle notes of lemongrass and exotic fruit outdoors.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this distillate?
This distinguished distillate is handcrafted by Poli Distillerie, one of the oldest and most respected grappa producing families in the world. Its specific origin comes entirely from Schiavon, in the famous province of Vicenza, Veneto region, Italy.
Is this liqueur dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Grappa Poli Sarpa Oro is a strictly dry spirit. Unlike other liqueurs, it contains no added sugars or syrups; its silky, pleasant texture and subtle vanilla-perfumed notes are exclusively due to aging in oak barrels.
What is the difference between traditional white grappa and Sarpa Oro?
While young or white grappa is bottled directly after distillation, maintaining a more rustic and direct character, Sarpa Oro is aged in oak barrels, a process that rounds out the alcohol's edges, gives it its golden color, and adds great spicy complexity.
How is this premium distillate recommended to be served and enjoyed?
It is recommended to serve it at room temperature (between 15°C and 18°C), ideally in tulip-shaped crystal glasses. When serving, it is advisable to let it rest for a couple of minutes in the glass so that the distillate opens up and oxygenates, allowing its complex floral and woody aromas to express themselves to the fullest.