Dolin Bonal Gentiane-Quina Aperitif / 16% / 0.75l
Product description
The company's history began when Joseph Chavasse, then 24, moved to Les Echelles, wanting to learn the art of confectionery from Joseph Salviani, a master confectioner whose daughter he would marry in the near future. Having learned the methods of preserving flavors and aromas on sweets, he was inspired by the distillation of alcohols by the monks from the nearby Grande Chartreuse monastery, and began planning to open his own distillery. After starting production, he constantly searched for new recipes and formulas, meticulously noting down all successful ideas. The turning point came when he traveled to Turin, where he saw the production of Italian liqueurs called "vermout". After returning to his headquarters, he decided to make his own recipe for the drink he had learned. After moving to Chambéry, he continued to develop the production of vermouths, and since the market was very absorbent, he quickly developed the business and became recognizable. In 1852, thanks to the purchase of the distillery by Joseph's daughter's husband, Louis-Ferdinand Dolin, the enterprise gained the name known to this day.
After World War I, the plant was sold to the Sevez brothers, local grocery store owners. The brothers continued to develop the company, but all the geopolitical turmoil did not make it easier. In the mid-20th century, the popularity of vermouth began to wane in favor of whiskey and other spirits. Successful business ideas over the years allowed the brand to return to the top, thanks to which it is now present in over 50 countries around the world.
Dolin Bonal Gentiane-Quina Aperitif / 16% / 0.75l
Vermouth produced according to a recipe from 1865, created by a former monk from Chartreux, Hyppolyte Bonal. Produced from natural ingredients found in the Alps. It has a beautiful, dark amber color, with copper reflections. On the nose it is very expressive and full, developing towards the aromas of freshly cut grass, a bit of hay and peat, with an accent of menthol. On the palate it is very smooth and elegant, sweet notes mix with spicy, with a noticeable taste of candied chestnuts and a bit of balsamic accents. The finish is long, with a perfect bittersweet balance.
It tastes best served chilled or on ice. Depending on your preferences, it can be drunk before or after a meal. It is very popular as an ingredient in various cocktails, adding aroma and character to them.