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On 27 November 1984, Benito and Giannola Nonino made history: with special ministerial authorisation, they distilled not just pomace but the whole grape for the first time – peel, pulp and juice combined. The ÙE was born, a completely new distillate beyond all categories. This Anniversary Edition combines the monovitigni Ribolla, Moscato, Malvasia and Merlot, distilled as single varietals and matured for five years in Limousin, Nevers and ex-sherry barrels.

Amber-coloured grappa made from the marc of selected grapes from Friuli with an ageing period of eight years in small barrels of various woods. Soft, elegant bouquet, complex, velvety and persistent on the palate. We discover fruity and floral notes, vanilla and almonds, dried fruit and grapes. Serve this fine Riserva at room temperature in balloon-shaped glasses and allow the distillate to rest in the glass for a few minutes to allow the flavours to come into their own in full harmony. No added colourings. SUPERIORE.DE

Roccanivo is the hill in Casalotto where it all began for the Berta family – a home and a piece of history rolled into one. Paolo Berta, who founded the distillery in 1947, opened a cask in 1998 in front of his children, a cask that had been ageing grappa for a long time. The house describes what emerged as revolutionary: amber-coloured, dense and fragrant, scarcely comparable to other grappas; it smelled of years of ageing and meticulous care. Roccanivo was born – the first Selezione Riserva – and others were to follow. The grape variety behind it is Barbera, robust and hardy, a variety that does not succumb to cold or adversity. Its pomace is distilled in batches in a steam-heated copper still and then aged for 8 years in casks made of mixed woods with varying degrees of toasting.

The number three is quite something. For Pythagoras, it links the one with the two; in the Neapolitan tombola, it represents the cat; Christians think of the Holy Trinity; Hindus think of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu; and the Chinese think of Heaven, Earth and Man. With Nebbiolo, too, we count to three: there are three major regions, and the family attributes the elegance of this brandy to them. The Nebbiolo pomace comes from selected producers in the typical growing regions and is distilled batch by batch in a steam-heated copper still. It is then aged for eight years, with a blend of different woods and toasting levels. It is stored in underground cellars that maintain their temperature without air conditioning or heating. The sun, which warms the grapes, and these years of ageing are, in the house's view, what make the brandy so good.

One swallow does not make a spring, as (not only) an Italian proverb says, but a whole flock heralds its arrival. Swallows are eager travellers, drawn to unknown lands, yet to rest and raise their young they seek refuge beneath the eaves of houses, where it is warm and cheerful. The black-blue colour of their feathers gave its name to the "Rondinella", one of the grape varieties used in Amarone della Valpolicella – a variety that is productive and resistant to heat and drought. This Riserva, now in its fifth edition, is dedicated to it. The pomace comes from Amarone, the wine made from dried grapes, and is distilled intermittently using steam. The brandy is then aged in various types of wood, each with a different degree of toasting.

SoloPerGian is not just a grappa, but the successful union of Tre Soli Tre, Roccanivo and Bric del Gaian, aged for 10 years in 1,200- and Liters barrels. And the name SoloPerGian is also the name of a non-profit foundation for craftsmen and those who are (still) willing to learn a craft.

On 27 November 1984, Benito and Giannola Nonino created something that had never existed before: ÙE, a grape brandy distilled together from the skin, pulp and juice. Not grappa, not brandy – something unique that combines the elegance of one with the character of the other. They had to fight for ministerial authorisation; today, half the distilling world follows their model. This Gran Riserva continues the legacy: exclusively Monovitigno Merlot from Friuli, harvested at optimum ripeness and processed immediately. Fermentation takes place anaerobically in stainless steel, distillation slowly in Benito's specially designed copper steam stills. Then the journey begins in the sherry casks from Jerez de la Frontera – for twelve years under customs seal, without a drop of colouring.

Twenty years have passed since the Berta family left Nizza Monferrato. Today, with the acquisition of Castelletto dell'Annunziata, they are returning to the homeland where Paolo began writing his impressive story. To celebrate the return, a special grappa is being produced. A Piedmontese grappa, made from the best marcs that this land at the foot of the mountains has to offer. A new product, but with an old history. A homage to the land and a grappa that tastes like coming home.

Grappa Annata Riserva made from Nebbiolo da Barolo and Barbera d'Asti named after the founder Paolo Berta. Perfection for lovers of very old brandies. Ripe golden colour, spicy bouquet of sultanas and tobacco, beautifully accentuated on the palate and with continuous development into the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

ÙE La Riserva dei Cent'anni is a blend of grape distillates from different grape varieties aged for over fourteen years in barriques. The aroma is soft, lively and full-bodied with a slight hint of spices (saffron, cinnamon, curry, nutmeg) and hints of dried fruit. Warm, soft, round, persistent and velvety on the palate.

This unique Monovitigno Riserva matured for 18 years in barrique no. 419 made of Nevers oak. Intense amber colour, intense aroma of bitter almonds and sultanas. Fruity, full and round in the mouth, the olfactory impressions are confirmed.

Three years after the Sherry Cask Gran Riserva, a second decision was made – and it was different. On 15 January 2004, Benito Nonino chose not the sweet heritage of Andalusia, but the austere elegance of French oak: Barrique No. 3994 from the forest of Nevers, that forest in Burgundy whose wood has been moulding the greatest cognacs and barolos for centuries. Where the sherry cask brings sweetness and fruit to the distillate, the Nevers (single cask) adds structure and depth. The wood is denser, the pores finer, the dialogue between grappa and cask is different – less embrace, more dialogue at eye level. They conducted this dialogue for twenty years, under the seal and constant surveillance of the customs authorities, while the world outside kept turning. On 21 March 2024 – the first day of spring – the seal was broken. The barrel released only 256 Liters, enough for exactly 365 numbered bottles. One bottle for each day of the year in which the maturation ended.

Unique in terms of innovation and research. Contrary to the Liters, which tends to advise aging more neutral distillates in barriques, this way the elegant fruity and floral characteristics of the Cabernet grapes are maintained. This unique Monovitigno Riserva matured for 18 years in barrique no. 60 made of Nevers oak. Intense amber in colour, it has a bouquet of apricot, apple and light jam that combines with almond, dried fruit and chocolate. Engaging and spicy in the mouth, the olfactory impressions are confirmed.

In 2022, the Nonino family presented the ÙE Cru Schioppettino "18 anni" Monovitigno Riserva, matured for 18 years under customs seal in Nevers oak barrel no. 405. There are 460 numbered 0.70 litre bottles.

In 2024, the Nonino family presented the ÙE Cru Verduzzo "30 anni" Single Cask Gran Riserva 1994, matured for 30 years under customs seal in Limousin barrique no. 116. 385 numbered 0.70l bottles were produced.

Nonino's great Grappa Picolit Gran Riserva matures sealed and supervised by the Italian customs and monopoly authority for 10 years in former Sauternes barriques in the distillery's maturation cellars.

Since 1984, the Noninos have been bringing their ÙE grape distillate Cru Monovitigno Picolit to the market in a limited edition and a special decanter. An extremely exclusive product. You will only find it in the world's most famous restaurants and wine bars (New York: San Domenico, Los Angeles: "Valentino" di Piero Selvaggio, Paris: "Alain Ducasse", Montecarlo: Hotel de Paris, Florence: Enoteca Pinchiorri).