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Grantorino Vermouth Extra Dry

Gran Torino 1861

Torino , Italia

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Overall impression

Vermutpedia is re-evaluating the Italian catalogue; the Vermutpedia Score for this entry remains pending until the new tasting round is complete. Grantorino Vermouth Extra Dry is, according to Gran Torino 1861 itself, the maximum expression of refinement within the collection: a singularly dry aroma, enriched with defined fruit notes, a masterpiece made by its oenologists with an exceptionally delicate flavour profile —grantorino.it—. Perfect to savour solo, but also an ideal choice for dry cocktails thanks to its pronounced dry character. Same Ferrero tradition since 1861 at the original Turin distillery; secret recipe, Piedmont wine, herbs, spices and mountain roots. At 18% vol. and dry sugarStyle, it contrasts with sweet rosso and aromatic bianco in the range. For Vermutpedia, it represents the dry face of a historic house better known for generous reds: a tool for Martini and dry Manhattans with a Turin stamp. 100 cl format, accessible for hospitality and home consumption.

Nose and palate

The official sheet highlights unique dry aroma with defined fruit notes — white fruit, citrus, possible dried peach — on a base of dry herbs and Piedmont wine. On the nose, delicate profile: contained herbal notes, clean citrus, no sweet load masking botanicals. On the palate, exceptionally delicate flavour according to the house: dry entry, moderate bitterness, short to medium finish with refreshing, low-residual sensation. 18% vol. brings structure without heaviness. Compared with Grantorino rosso — predominant sweetness, persistent spices, intense body —, Extra Dry is austere and cocktail-oriented. Against Cocchi or Drapo Extra Dry, it may prove less mineral, but defined fruit note distinguishes it within the segment. For palates seeking dry Italian vermouth with historic heritage and reasonable price, it fulfils the modifier role on classic lists without author flourishes.

How to serve it

Gran Torino 1861 positions it for very cold solo enjoyment and dry cocktails — Martini, Gibson, dry Manhattan — thanks to its pronounced dry character. Serve between 4 and 6 °C; in Martini, 2:1 or 5:1 gin-vermouth ratio to taste. Lemon twist or green olive. Also with soda or tonic for a light aperitif when dryness is preferred over the house's sweet rosso. In mixology, reliable modifier for drinks requiring extra dry vermouth without residual sweetness. Pairs with salty appetisers, olives and finger food. 100 cl format. Store refrigerated after opening. For Vermutpedia, it fits on the Grantorino list as dry counterpoint to rosso and superiore: Extra Dry, 18% vol., Ferrero tradition documented at grantorino.it/en/.

Production context

Gran Torino 1861 makes Vermouth Extra Dry at the Turin distillery founded by Riccardo Ferrero in 1861, with Piedmont wine, aromatic herbs, spices, alcohol and mountain roots according to guarded secret recipe. 18% vol., 100 cl. Part of the classic range: rosso (16% vol.), bianco (16% vol.), extra dry (18% vol.), rosso superiore with Moscato d'Asti DOCG (18% vol.), bitter and aperitivo. Historic supplier to the House of Savoy; licence no. 3. GRAN TORINO 1861 SRL, Corso Palestro 10, Torino. For Vermutpedia, Grantorino Vermouth Extra Dry synthesises the house's dry Turin vermouth: delicate profile, fruit notes, 18% vol. and Ferrero heritage documented at grantorino.it.

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