Vermouth, Non Vintage Sweet Wine
Rosso de Luxe - F.lli Gancia (1970's Bottling)
Bottle size: 100cl
ABV: 16%
Price:
£135.00
Description
The *Amaro* from Fratelli Gherzi, in this rare 1970s bottling, is a fine example of Italy’s post-war herbal liqueur tradition—crafted to be enjoyed both as an aperitivo and a digestivo. Produced by the Gherzi family, whose roots in artisanal liqueur-making stretch back decades, this *amaro* blends a base of wine or neutral spirit with a carefully balanced infusion of herbs, roots, spices, and citrus peels. With over fifty years of bottle age, it offers not only its original bittersweet charm but also the mellow complexity that time brings.
In the glass, it would likely display a deep mahogany-brown hue with amber and ruby glints, reflecting both the richness of its botanical blend and the oxidative development from long ageing. The nose would be layered and evocative—orange peel, caramel, and warm baking spices, underpinned by alpine herbs, gentian, and liquorice root. Subtle oxidative notes of dried fig, cocoa, and antique wood add a nostalgic depth.
On the palate, this vintage *amaro* would be smooth, rounded, and harmonious, with sweetness from caramelised fruit giving way to a refined, lingering herbal bitterness. Flavours of candied citrus, clove, and cinnamon intertwine with earthy herbal notes, while a gentle warming spice leads into a long, elegant finish. Decades in bottle would have softened the sharper edges, leaving a velvety texture and integrated flavour profile.
Best enjoyed neat at cellar temperature or over ice with a slice of orange, it could also be used sparingly in cocktails for a vintage twist. The Fratelli Gherzi *Amaro* (1970s) is more than just a drink—it’s a liquid time capsule from Italy’s golden era of *amari*, offering both collectors and connoisseurs a rare taste of history.
Condition
Good conditions
