Martini Extra Dry Vermouth

Category:
 
Fortified Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Vermouth
Producer:
 
Martini
Label Name:
 
Extra Dry Vermouth
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Piedmont (Turin area)
Volume:
 
1000ml
ABV:
 
15%
Grape(s):
 
Blend of white wine grapes (proprietary base)
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
2
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
6-8°C

Awards/Ratings
Widely used classic vermouth; Retail competition listings note various medals at international wine & spirit competitions

Tasting Note
Pale, crisp and citrus-driven: lemon and raspberry distillates with floral orris, light herbal/wormwood bitterness and subtle wood; clean, dry finish, bright acidity.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, smoked salmon, grilled white fish, prosciutto, light salads. Asian: sushi and sashimi, tempura, grilled shrimp, marinated anchovies, light spicy Sichuan cold dishes.

Production Method
Aromatized, fortified white wine blended with neutral spirit/brandy and more than 30 botanicals (wormwood, orris, citrus, herbs); botanicals macerated/distilled and blended into the wine base.

Vineyard Info
Made by Martini & Rossi (founded 1863 in Turin). Extra Dry launched c.1900; flagship vermouth widely distributed globally (brand now owned by Bacardi). (sources: martini.com, Martini & Rossi history).