{"title":"Contratto","description":"\u003cp\u003eContratto represents far more than a winery or spirits producer. It is a living piece of Italian beverage history, where tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation coexist. From pioneering Italian sparkling wine in the 19th century to helping revive authentic aperitivo culture in the 21st, Contratto continues to embody the sophistication, artistry, and timeless appeal of Piedmont. Every bottle carries not only exceptional quality but also a legacy that helped define how Italy celebrates, toasts, and gathers around the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"contratto-italia-bitter-liqueur-1l","title":"Contratto Bitter Liqueur, Italy","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"164\"\u003eContratto Bitter Liqueur captures the timeless elegance of Italian aperitifs with a recipe rooted in history yet crafted with precision. Using 24 natural botanicals, carefully extracted and balanced, this liqueur achieves a depth of character that sets it apart. Its distinctive ruby-red hue, derived naturally from carrot and beetroot, is as striking as its layered flavor profile, making it an essential ingredient for both classic and contemporary cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"648\" data-start=\"628\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"816\" data-start=\"654\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"670\" data-start=\"654\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcohol, water, sugar, extracts from 24 natural herbs, spices, roots, and seeds (9 remain a secret), with carrot and beetroot for natural color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"819\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"819\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aloe, bitter orange, sweet orange, wormwood, cloves, cardamom, gentian, hibiscus, elecampane, juniper, mint, rhubarb, sage, nettle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1239\" data-start=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"988\" data-start=\"966\"\u003eProduction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanicals are finely crushed with a hammer mill, followed by cold extraction in a hydroalcoholic solution for 35 days. The resulting extract is blended with alcohol and sugar, refrigerated, filtered, and aged in steel tanks for 40 days before bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1242\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"1242\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22% ABV\u003cstrong data-end=\"1299\" data-start=\"1275\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1374\" data-start=\"1348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1372\" data-start=\"1348\"\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1867\" data-start=\"1376\"\u003eContratto Bitter Liqueur opens with a vibrant bouquet of citrus, bitter herbs, and warming spices. Bitter orange and wormwood dominate the nose, lifted by hints of clove, cardamom, and juniper. On the palate, it offers a balance of sweet and bitter, with notes of rhubarb, sage, and hibiscus weaving into a refreshing complexity. The finish is crisp and lingering, marked by herbal depth and gentle citrus brightness, making it both invigorating on its own and transformative in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1894\" data-start=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1892\" data-start=\"1869\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1970\" data-start=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1906\" data-start=\"1898\"\u003eGold\u003c\/strong\u003e – Non Vintage – 2023, San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1998\" data-start=\"1972\"\u003eDistiller's Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2680\" data-start=\"2002\"\u003eFounded in 1867 by Giuseppe Contratto in Piedmont, Contratto has long stood as a symbol of Italian craftsmanship. Initially celebrated for its sparkling wines, the winery gained international prestige as a supplier to the Vatican and European royal families. By 1920, Contratto expanded into vermouths and liqueurs, creating recipes that remain virtually unchanged today. Now under the stewardship of the Rivetti family of La Spinetta, Contratto continues to honor tradition while embracing sustainable vineyard practices and organic farming. Its historic Wine Cathedral cellars, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, remain a testament to over 150 years of excellence and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2706\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe \u003cstrong data-end=\"2704\" data-start=\"2681\"\u003echilled at 43–46 °F\u003c\/strong\u003e in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2728\" data-start=\"2710\"\u003eBordeaux glass\u003c\/strong\u003e for a refined aperitif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2811\" data-start=\"2756\"\u003eMix into a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2786\" data-start=\"2767\"\u003eclassic Negroni\u003c\/strong\u003e as the bitter backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2865\" data-start=\"2814\"\u003eAdd to sparkling wine for a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2863\" data-start=\"2842\"\u003erefreshing spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2958\" data-start=\"2868\"\u003eUse in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2893\" data-start=\"2877\"\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-end=\"2910\" data-start=\"2897\"\u003eAmericano\u003c\/strong\u003e for a traditional Italian cocktail experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3003\" data-start=\"2970\"\u003eWhy Contratto Bitter Liqueur:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is more than just a bitter, it is a piece of Italian history in a glass. With its authentic recipe, organic foundation, and bold yet balanced flavor, Contratto Bitter Liqueur remains a standard-bearer fo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giuliana Wine Company","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":41497721110583,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Contratto_Bitter_Liqueur_Italy.png?v=1758228196"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/collections\/contratto.jpg?v=1781218027","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/collections\/contratto.oembed","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}