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“Segretario di Stato” is an Italian whisky with a Venetian soul, born from the Poli Distillerie family’s distillation traditions and years of experimentation. This ‘Pure Malt’ whisky is aged for 5 years and finished in ‘Amarone’ wine barrels, combining a gently peated malt backbone with the depth of maturation and the rich aromatic imprint of Northern Italian wine casks. Created in the town of Schiavon, in the Veneto region, this whisky was conceived as a special tribute to the appointment of the Vatican Secretary of State originating from this area.
The aroma reveals notes of toasted nuts, raisins, dried plums, dark chocolate, and smoked spices. The ‘Amarone’ barrels bring additional fruit depth and a softly sweet concentration of dried fruit character, while the light peatiness adds a restrained smoky nuance.
On the palate, the whisky is rich, warm, and well-structured. The malt base provides firmness, while the ‘Amarone’ cask finishing highlights nuances of raisins, plums, cocoa, and spice. The finish is long and gently smoky, leaving lingering impressions of nuts, chocolate, and mature dark fruits. “Segretario di Stato” is ideal for those seeking a distinctive artisanal whisky where the inspiration of Scotch whisky meets the distillation culture of Veneto and the expressive character of ‘Amarone’ barrels.
Best served neat in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing the whisky a moment to breathe. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate desserts or aged cheeses after a rich dinner.
Presented in a metal tube-style gift case.
Poli Distillerie – A Legacy of Italian Grappa Passion Since 1898
It all began in 1898, when straw hat maker GioBatta Poli, driven by a passion for grappa, built a small still and began visiting local winemakers to distill the leftover grape pomace after winemaking. What started as a modest hobby soon became a family tradition, carried on by his sons and now passionately upheld by his grandson, Jacopo Poli – one of Italy’s most renowned modern grappa producers.
Craftsmanship and an Unwavering Commitment to Quality
At the Poli distillery, located in the Veneto region, five core principles guide every aspect of production:
Only fresh, healthy raw material is used – delivered daily in quantities that can be processed immediately.
The pomace is distilled without delay – never stored.
Distillation is performed using traditional copper stills and historical methods.
Every step is carried out with dedication and true craftsmanship.
Deep respect is shown to both the product and the consumer.
A Taste That Speaks for Itself
These principles enable the Poli family to produce grappas of remarkable quality – from soft and floral to more intense expressions rich in spice and fruit notes. Poli grappas and liqueurs are recognized and celebrated around the world, proudly featured on the menus of top-tier restaurants. They stand as a true symbol of Italian distilling artistry.
