Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth - NV (1L) viner 29 An impressive black/purple color is

An impressive black/purple color is followed by aromas and flavors of melted licorice and creme de cassis

A tightly meshed Champagne

with hints of marzipan and fennel seed accenting honeyed malt

with a core of earthy currant

The Marsanne and Roussanne play a bigger role here with lovely stone fruit and honey characters coming through

Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth - NV (1L) viner 29 An impressive black/purple color isThis dark, mysterious vermouth is rich, complex and layered, boasting aromas of mint and other herbs, plums and figs, reminscent of Madeira. The rich flavors are hard to pin down: cocoa, red wine, almonds, bitter marmelade, hints of spice and toffee all play across the palate, finishing with a bracing bitter edge. This delectable sweet vermouth would shine in a Manhattan. 2 2011 Wine Enthusiast 95 points