Grappa di Moscato Gialla, Trussoni

Distilleria Trussoni Grappa di Moscato Gialla is an aromatic, fruit-driven Italian spirit from Piedmont, known for its soft texture and intense floral notes derived from Moscato (Muscat) grapes. It is typically produced in an artisanal style to preserve the delicate varietal characteristics of the grape.

Tasting Profile

• Appearance: This grappa typically features a light straw yellow colour, often resulting from brief aging in wood barrels.
• Aroma: The nose is aromatic and fruity, with captivating notes of white flowers (such as orange blossom), peach, apricot, and citrus peel, accented by slight hints of honey and sweet spices.
• Palate: It is noted for being soft, elegant, and “extremely sweet” for a grappa, offering a rounded mouthfeel with delicate fruit and floral flavours.
• Finish: The aftertaste is described as fine, long, and persistent, echoing the original Muscat grape character.

Production & Heritage

• Distillation Process: According to Distilleria Trussoni records, the grappa is produced using discontinuous distillation in small copper boilers and traditional steam stills, a method fine-tuned by the founder’s daughter, Angela Trussoni.
• Aging: It is often aged in wooden barrels for 18–24 months to achieve its characteristic softness and straw-yellow hue.
• Origin: Distilleria Trussoni is based in Gallo d’Alba, Piedmont. The pomace is sourced from historical farmers in premium wine-growing regions such as Barolo and Roero.

Serving Recommendations

• Best Enjoyed: Ideal as an after-dinner digestif, sipped slowly at a suggested temperature of roughly 15–17°C.
• Food Pairings: It pairs well with almond-based desserts, traditional dry pastries, fruit-based tarts (crostata), or even seasoned cheeses.