Laid up in Slovanian oak barrels for five years, Nardini Riserva enjoys a delicate sophistication that has made it hugely popular all over the world. The subtle wood ageing imbues a degree of sweetness & softness to this grappa on the palate, while delivering a delightful warmth in the swallow, which some people consider reminiscent of a lowland malt. Described as 'exquisite' by drinks writer Malcolm Gluck, ' Riserva' scooped a ' Best-in-Class' award in the 2006 International Wine & Spirit Competition. Ideal drinking temperature: between 16 & 18 degrees C (61 to 64 degrees F) Nose: supple oak gives structure to jasmine tea, cinnamon, lemon meringue & mixed fruit zest, extending with apple, pear skins & acacia honey. Palate: smooth, elegantly oily with distinct oaky tones, leading to jasmine tea, clove-baked apples & honey, animated by spicy cinnamon with lemon meringue hints. Finish: balanced oak, spice & cooked-fruit medley. (Tasting notes by Ian Wisniewski, London, June 2003 ) ...

Riserva 60 is an intensely-flavoured grappa. & if the high alcohol content demands respect, it also accentuates the essential flavours of a majestic taste profile. While ' Mighty 60' shares the same delicate nose of lemon & apple skins with Nardini's ' Classic' 50% grappa, the oak-ageing makes the effect on the palate surprisingly gentle. Then again, there are firm tobacco & spice notes added to the inherent ' Riserva' taste profile of cinnamon, baked apple & honey. As with Bianca 60, the finish is extremely long. Alongside an espresso, a dark cigar & an obligatory iced water, this grappa delivers an experience to be cherished. The cigar being optional of course. ...

Softer, richer & sweeter than ' Bitter', Rosso shares the same citric qualities, but replaces the natural sharpness of roman absinthe & bitter orange, with the additional ingredients of quinine & natural vanilla. Rosso is extremely accessible as a pre-prandial aperitivo, especially amongst those who find traditional bitter-sweet varieties too intense on the palate. It can be mixed 50-50 with ' Rabarbaro' to make the famous ' Mezzo-Mezzo' cocktail. ...

As its name implies, Tagliatella is a grappa-based 'cocktail' of complex flavours. While the aroma of fresh cherry juice predominates, the drink features natural ingredients deployed in a wide range of products in Nardini's grappa & aperitivo range. Fruity, with a well-calibrated bitter/sweet ratio, Tagliatella is typically enjoyed neat over ice, or with a splash of soda. It is especially refreshing as a summer drink
- the ' Bassano Mule'
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A deep dark ruby red in colour, this wine has great concentration & personality. The nose is lush with blackcurrants, graphite, cherries & a soft hint of cedar. This Cabernet Sauvignon is vibrant & penetrating, with fine-grained tannins that are firm yet silky in texture, leading to balance & finesse. ...

Aromas of citrusy orange peel, passionfruit, white peach & crushed tomato leaf stand out on the nose. It is an excellent blend of tropical fruit & herbaceous character typical from the variety. It has a lively palate, somewhat restrained, with notes of white flowers that lead to a silky & enveloping finish. ...

A spicy aroma with perfectly balanced with fruity, ripe red fruit flavours. An elegant & an expressive finish. ...

The No 1 brand of Slivovitz Plum Brandy in Serbia (former Yugoslavia). Produced from the famous, Juice-rich Pocegaca Plum, matured for 8 years in Oak Barrels. Recognised for its Yellow-Gold colour & soft rounded taste, sweet, fine & rich in fruit flavours, Navip Slivovitz has excellent fire & depth on the pallate. Packaged in a traditional bottle. ...

The Navy Island Navy Strength is a 100% pure Pot Still rum. The blend is made from 11 carefully selected
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Navy Island XO Reserve is a superior blend of h&-selected Jamaican rums, including some of the finest aged rums distilled in traditional Jamaican pot stills. It has all the unique features of an aged Jamaican rum, with the appealing, characteristically Jamaican nose, a full-bodied & well-balanced profile, & a long, satisfying finish. The XO Reserve is a gorgeous rum that blends modern quality with traditional craftsmanship. The beautiful bottle & lush, appealing label are supplemented by a lovely cylindrical gift case. ...