365 | Spirits | Brandy, Italy Misc

"Initial whiffs detect a strong musty-mushroomy aroma which after aeration turns remarkably rubbery. Significantly more attractive in the mouth than in the nose, the palate entry is grapy, intense and semisweet; at midpalate the taste profile turns seed-like, bittersweet and very dried fruit-like. Concludes off-dry, bitter and musty." 85-89 pts.

From the top selling family of brandies in Italy, now available again in America.

Unaged spirit made with Sangivese grape pommice from Tuscany.

A lightly aged classic, made with the noble Nebbiolo grape.

"Color: Brilliant transparent
Perfume: Fine harmonious pleasant intense
Flavor: Strong harmonious full-bodied slighty fruity"

"Made in Italy, with true Italian craftsmanship, Hartley is smooth and instantly recognizable as superior... The bright copper color brings to mind the old-world alembic stills that produced this magnificent tipple. The rich aroma of fresh buttered rum cake wafts through the nose. The palate is an opulent smorgasbord of rich fruits. Asian pear, orange peel and juicy apricots drizzled with vanilla are accentuated by the tart alcohol. The finish is clean and crisp leaving the senses refreshed."