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Mulassano Vermouth Extra Dry

Mulassano

Cuneo , 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. Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry IGP Mulassano is the dry expression of the triad licensed from historic Caffè Mulassano in Turin, made at Distilleria Bordiga in Cuneo according to bordiga1888.it. Vermouth di Torino IGP certified by an authorised control body, it presents straw colour, dry notes and a bitter point with an intense bouquet of wine and spice. The base combines dry Moscato, Trebbiano and Cortese — Piedmontese grapes that bring acidity and neutrality — over hand-gathered alpine botanicals from Alpes Cuneesi. Not industrial volume dry, but vermouth with a traditional 40–50 day minimum process, rest in Bordiga cellar at ~10 °C for 15–20 days and exclusively natural filtration. For Vermutpedia, Extra Dry Mulassano represents the dry pole of Turinese legacy reinterpreted by Bordiga: historic café heritage, IGP discipline and Cuneo craftsmanship in 75 cl and 18% vol.

Nose and palate

Bordiga describes a vinous profile with balanced acidity and long evolution from light initial sweetness toward the dry bitterness typical of Torino dry style. On the nose, straw colour anticipates alpine herbs, dry citrus, spice and Piedmontese white-wine background with greater intensity than mainstream dry vermouths. On the palate, drier entry than bianco and rosso in the same line, with clean texture and structured artemisia and Cuneo botanical bitterness; 18% vol. alcohol integrates without harshness. The sweet-bitter curve is long and elegant: a whisper of initial sweetness yields to dryness and herbal persistence. Natural filtration preserves bouquet without aggressiveness. Compared with industrial dry vermouths, Mulassano Extra Dry offers more vinous depth, more botanical complexity and IGP certification. The finish is dry, inviting Martini or contemplative second sip. For anyone seeking artisanal Piedmontese dry, this reference closes the Mulassano triad with character.

How to serve it

Bordiga's official sheet orientates Extra Dry toward dry Martini, white Manhattan or very cold solo consumption — classic applications where clean dryness and bitterness shine. In Dry Martini with London Dry gin, it brings alpine herbaceousness and Trebbiano/Cortese acidity without residual sweetness masking the spirit. In white Manhattan, it balances whisky and bitter with dry, spiced profile. Solo, with large ice and lemon twist, it works as contemplative aperitif for palates preferring less generous vermouths than Mulassano rosso. At 4–6 °C, straw colour and intense bouquet express with clarity. Also in mixed drinks where a dry vermouth with real vinous body is needed, not a standard mass-market profile. For Vermutpedia, Extra Dry is drunk cold, in Martini or solo — dry Vermouth di Torino IGP from a historic café, designed for classic cocktails and dry aperitif.

Production context

Bordiga produces Vermouth di Torino IGP Mulassano with alpine botanicals from Alpes Cuneesi, Piedmontese wines and high-quality exotic spices. The ancient process contemplates no less than 40–50 days before bottling; after bottling, rest in Bordiga cellars at ~10 °C for 15–20 days. Natural filtration by cold settling and paper filters. Main wines: dry Moscato, Trebbiano and Cortese. 18% vol., 75 cl. The Mulassano 1879 brand preserves the memory of Turin's Caffè Mulassano; Bordiga supplies Cuneo artisan distillery. Range with Bianco (white wine) and Rosso (Nebbiolo and selected whites). Distribution also via mulassano1879.it. For Vermutpedia, Extra Dry synthesises historic Vermouth di Torino dry: IGP certified, tripartite Piedmontese base, slow process and Caffè Mulassano heritage verifiable at bordiga1888.it.

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