Nonino Quintessentia Amaro
The essential bittersweet component of the classic Paper Plane
An elegant and celebrated Italian digestif crafted with aged grape brandy and an alpine herb infusion. It delivers a perfect bittersweet balance of caramelized citrus and warm baking spices on the palate.
Pairs with
Dark chocolate torte or dry biscotti
Roasted nuts, dried figs, and dates
Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or Gorgonzola
Origin & serving
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Coupe
Over ice
The Nonino family has been perfecting the art of distillation in Percoto, Italy, since 1897. Under the visionary leadership of Silvia, Antonio, and later Giannola Nonino, they revolutionized the industry by creating single-varietal grappa and eventually this premium amaro in 1992.
Rooted in the Friuli region, this amaro is unique because its base spirit is the family's premium aged grape distillate rather than neutral grain alcohol. The recipe features a secret selection of mountain herbs, roots, and botanicals aged in French oak Nevers, Limousin, and ex-Sherry casks.
