From the vine to the barrel, every element of
Silvio Carta is locally sourced from Sardinia to create the world's most
exquisitely crafted vermouth
SAN
FRANCISCO, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- San Francisco's leading importer and
distiller, Hotaling & Co., is bolstering its
world-renowned cocktail portfolio by introducing historic
Sardinia-based Silvio Carta to the
U.S. Handcrafted by award-winning family-run winemakers,
Silvio Carta will introduce five vermouth expressions that promise
to captivate palates and redefine the American appreciation for
this timeless Italian drink, whether mixed in a cocktail or sipped
neat.
Founded in 1950 on the Italian island of Sardinia, Silvio Carta produces vermouth,
focusing on traditional Vernaccia di Oristano wine production. Each
vermouth is a testament to Sardinia's rich winemaking heritage and one
rebellious winemaker, Silvio Carta himself, who began a legacy
right after World War II. That legacy continues today with the 2nd
and 3rd Generation Carta family, producing five expressions across
two brands, Silvio Carta and Mazzini by Silvio Carta. The
recipes use all Sardinian grape varietals and are infused with
hand-picked native herbs and botanicals that are grown in the
family garden adjacent to the winery. Mazzini by Silvio Carta
offers three vermouth expressions made to mix into classic vermouth
cocktails, while the eponymous Silvio Carta will introduce two
exquisite vermouths meant to be enjoyed neat:
- Silvio Carta Rosso Vermouth: Made from Vernaccia di
Oristano DOC Riserva 2006 and infused with estate-grown
helichrysum, myrtle leaves, thyme, and artemisia, Silvio Carta Rosso can be enjoyed on an elevated
Manhattan or on the rocks. On the
palate, it's rich and nutty, with hints of honeyed apricot, ripe
fruit, and herbs. $39.99 SRP, 18%
ABV
- Silvio Carta Servito Bianco Vermouth: Another
vermouth that can be enjoyed on the rocks, Silvio Carta Servito Bianco is made from
Vernaccia Valle del Tirso IGT and infused with rosemary,
helichrysum, Desoleana sage, myrtle leaves, thyme, artemisia, and
fennel all hand-picked in the Silvio Carta gardens. It offers
tasting notes of soft vanilla with a refined, rich, and persistent
note of orange peel. $39.99
SRP, 18% ABV
- Mazzini by Silvio Carta Rosso Vermouth: Infused
with Silvio Carta grown helichrysum, rosemary, myrtle leaves,
thyme, and artemisia, Mazzini Rosso is best enjoyed on a
Manhattan or a Negroni. It's sweet
and fruity with vegetable notes of mountain herbs, spices, anise,
and cinnamon. $29.99 SRP, 16%
ABV
- Mazzini by Silvio Carta Dry Vermouth: Made to
elevate the martini, Mazzini Dry is made from
Vermentino and other Sardinian white wines, infused with
rosemary, myrtle leaves, lentisk, and artemisia
hand-picked from the Silvio Carta estate. On the
palate, one can taste soft vanilla, refined, rich, and long,
persistent notes of orange peel. $29.99 SRP, 15% ABV
- Mazzini by Silvio Carta Bianco Vermouth: Made
from Vermentino and other Sardinian white
wines, Mazzini Bianco is infused for up to three
months with hand-picked botanicals from the Silvio
Carta estate, making it the perfect vermouth for
bianco negronis. Dominated by vegetable notes of wild herbs
together with a delicate balance between fruity white melon and
spicy nutmeg. $29.99
SRP, 15% ABV
"We are thrilled to introduce Silvio Carta to the American
market, the first vermouth imported by Hotaling & Co.," said
Dan Leese, Chief Executive Officer
at Hotaling & Co., Silvio Carta's U.S. importer. "Each bottle
encapsulates decades of tradition, offering a taste of Sardinia's
vibrant culture that beautifully complements our portfolio of
unique cocktail-centric offerings. The addition of Silvio Carta
vermouth marks an exciting milestone in Hotaling & Co.'s
commitment to delivering unmatched artisanal products for cocktail
aficionados nationwide."
In celebration of the island's heritage, Silvio Carta produces
its wines and vermouth with as little environmental impact as
possible, incorporating ethical farming practices and 100%
solar-powered production at its facility. Paying homage to
Silvio Carta's history and deep flavors, Hotaling & Co. has
partnered with renowned bartender Nicolas
Torres to develop four vermouth-forward signature cocktail
serves for its US debut.
Silvio Carta will be available in May in select markets,
including top bottle shops and bars across CA, NY, IL, TX, FL, and
MA. Consumers will also be able to order Silvio Carta online
through the Hotaling & Co. website starting in June. For more
information on Silvio Carta Vermouth and updates on its U.S.
availability, please visit
https://www.hotalingandco.com/portfolio/silvio-carta-vermouth/.
Photos can be found HERE.
About Silvio Carta
Silvio Carta is a
third-generation Sardinian wine and vermouth producer. Founded in
the 1950s by the rebellious winemaker Silvio in Baratili San
Pietro, the award-winning company focuses on traditional Vernaccia
di Oristano wine production and was the first to produce vermouth
on the island. Today, Master Distiller and son of Silvio,
Elio Carta, expresses a timeless
devotion to the craft, blending tradition with land stewardship to
innovatively craft wines and spirits that honor Sardardinian
heritage through ethical farming practices and 100% solar-powered
production. Marked by harvesting, measured by old chestnut barrels,
and forged by distillation at low temperatures, Silvio Carta
celebrates the wild wonder of the island's landscape, and every
bottle of wine and spirit is produced with 100% hand-foraged
Sardinian herbs and botanicals directly from the family
gardens.
About Hotaling & Co.
A born and bred San Francisco original, Hotaling & Co. is
the leading distiller and importer of artisanal spirits and
cocktail essentials. Our dedication to artisanal spirits first
started 30 years ago under the name Anchor Distilling Company –
heralding the return to copper pot distilling in the U.S. with the
original craft introductions of Junipero Gin & Old Potrero
Straight Rye Whiskey. We carry on that pioneering legacy with the
name Hotaling & Co. as a nod to the local legend A.P. Hotaling,
who ventured West during the Gold Rush and quickly became one of
the most reputable spirits dealers in the country and a notable
figure in American drinking culture. Fueled by a passion for
beverage expertise, education and hospitality, Hotaling & Co.
carries on this tradition of artisanal excellence by bringing
together a family of like-minded spirits that share our commitment
to craft and care.
Today, Hotaling & Co.'s portfolio is synonymous with brands
of unmatched quality and character, including Luxardo Liqueurs
& Cherries, Nikka Whisky, Junipero Gin, HINE Cognac, Convite
Mezcal, Severo Tequila, Kavalan Whisky, Denizen Rum, HIRSCH
Selected Whiskeys, Writers' Tears Whiskey, Old Pulteney Whisky,
Speyburn Whisky, Balblair Whisky, Arran Whisky, Old Potrero Rye
Whiskey, and more.
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