Americano

Reference

Italy, France

ABV16-17% — slightly lower than traditional vermouth, bitter-focused

Sub-styles

Bitter Aperitif WineGentianeQuinquina Bitter

Tasting Notes

Gentian root, bitter orange, quinine bark, dried herbs, grapefruit pith, floral honey, baking spice, citrus zest. The gentian should lead — if it tastes like sweet vermouth, it's mislabeled.

Brand Guide

Well

Cappelletti Aperitivo Americano Rosso ($18-22)

Call

Cocchi Americano ($22-28)

Premium

Contratto Americano ($28-35)

Top Shelf

Cardamaro ($30-38)

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The Story

The wine that chose bitterness over sweetness, built on gentian and cinchona like an aperitivo with backbone.