Grappa Sperss
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As a high-quality distilled spirit, this grappa does not mature or deteriorate in the bottle. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Dark chocolate with high cocoa content, traditional Italian almond biscotti, and aged, rich cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Gaja's Grappa Sperss is a masterfully crafted Italian distillate that carries the soul of Piedmont's legendary Langhe hills. The name 'Sperss' translates to 'nostalgia' in the local Piedmontese dialect, a poignant nod to Angelo Gaja's long-held dream of reclaiming his family's historical connection to the prized vineyards of Serralunga d'Alba, which they finally acquired in 1988. This grappa is distilled from the fresh, moisture-rich pomace of Nebbiolo grapes harvested from the iconic Sperss vineyard. Distilled using traditional copper alembic stills to preserve the delicate, volatile aromatics of the Nebbiolo grape, the spirit is then carefully aged in oak casks. This aging process imparts a beautiful amber hue and weaves complex layers of dried fruits, warm spices, hazelnut, and subtle vanilla into the robust, structured, and deeply expressive character of the Nebbiolo pomace.
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Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja in the village of Barbaresco, Piedmont, Gaja is one of the world's most legendary wine estates, celebrated for revolutionizing Italian viticulture. Under the visionary leadership of Angelo Gaja, who joined the family business in 1961, the winery pioneered modern techniques in the Langhe, including green harvesting, temperature-controlled fermentations, and aging in French barriques. Gaja is globally renowned for its iconic single-vineyard Nebbiolo bottlings, such as Sor'i San Lorenzo, Costa Russi, and Sperss, alongside pioneering white wines like Gaia & Rey. The family has since expanded its uncompromising pursuit of quality to Tuscany, producing acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino at Pieve Santa Restituta and Bolgheri blends at Ca' Marcanda.