Wine: Giniu | Gin

Cellar: Silvio Carta

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Discover Giniu Gin: A transparent and clear gin with a distinctive aroma, reminiscent of the wild herbs of Sardinia. It represents the pinnacle of gin, embodying saltiness, taste, delicacy, and smoothness. Giniu captures the essence of Sardinia.

A Rich History:

• After World War II in 1946, a thriving distillation activity emerged in Sardinia.
• These clandestine distillations took place outdoors in courtyards, especially during winter nights.
• Law enforcement had broad powers to seize equipment and arrest illegal distillers upon detecting the aroma.

Diverse Distillation:

• Despite risks, locals distilled everything the land offered: from wine to citrus fruits.
• Grape vernaccia, vernaccia wine, and juniper berries were popular choices for distillation.
• The resulting spirits were used for both commercial purposes and personal consumption.

Giniu Legacy:

• To avoid detection by authorities, unique names like “Giniu” were given to these spirits.
• “Giniu,” derived from the Sardinian term for juniper plant “giniperu,” became synonymous with quality gin production.
• In 2013, Elio revived this ancient tradition by crafting high-quality juniper berry distillate named Giniu Gin – recognized as one of Italy’s top 10 gins.

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