Montanaro Distillery | Piedmont

The Montanaro distillery, founded by Dottore Mario Montanaro, is one of the most traditional and renowned distilleries in Piedmont. Its particular focus is on the distillation of the highest quality pomace, especially from Barolo. The fresh press residue is brought to the distillery immediately after the harvest in order to preserve its natural aroma and freshness as much as possible. During distillation, the inferior components are carefully separated so that only the purest and most expressive distillate is processed. The resulting grappa then matures for years in large wooden barrels in the company's own cellar, developing the characteristic elegance, softness and aromatic depth that make Montanaro grappas unmistakable.

The philosophy of the house reflects an almost alchemical idea: just as gold is created from base metal through ageing, so too should grappa be refined over time - to create a distillate that combines purity, expression and identity. This approach is underpinned by in-depth, artisanal research into the nature of agricultural raw materials and their transformation. The stills themselves, which have always been considered a symbol of mysterious processes, are not just tools at Montanaro, but the expression of a centuries-old art that transforms the original into the noble - with dedication, precision and passion. - Gerardo [TS06/25]