Tosti Giovanni Bosca Cardamaro Vino Amaro Liqueur, Piedmont, Italy

Crafted from over two centuries of winemaking tradition, the Tosti Giovanni Bosca Cardamaro Vino Amaro Liqueur is a rare example of vino amaro, a wine-based amaro infused with botanicals. Produced in Canelli, Piedmont, by an eighth-generation family winery, Cardamaro features a local wine base enhanced with cardoon, blessed thistle, and 23 other botanicals. Its deep complexity and gentle bitterness make it equally suited to sipping or mixing, offering a distinctive alternative to both vermouth and spirit-based amari.

Product Details:

• Style: Vino Amaro Liqueur
• Alcohol: 16.5% ABV
• Primary Botanicals: Cardoon, blessed thistle, 23 additional herbs and spices
• Base: Local wine from Canelli

Sensory Description:

Cardamaro pours a deep amber with luminous glints. The nose is complex and inviting, marked by spicy artemisia and warming herbal layers from the varied botanical infusions. On the palate, it delivers a sweet, rounded entry balanced by a clear bitter note that lingers through a long, spicy finish. Its vinous base provides texture and lift, making it both versatile and memorable.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold – 2025 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2024 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2022 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition
• Silver – 2021 NZ Spirits Awards
• Gold – 2021 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition
• Silver – 2019 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2016 Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition

Distiller's Background:

Tosti1820 has been producing wine and sparkling wine in Canelli, Piedmont, since 1820. Now led by Giovanni Bosca and Mariacristina Castelletta, alongside their sons Giulio and Guglielmo, the eighth generation continues to honor their ancestor Rachele Torlasco Bosca, the herbalist who created Cardamaro in the 1950s. With deep roots in the UNESCO-recognized winemaking region, Tosti1820 partners with over 500 grape-growing families and maintains full control of its supply chain, prioritizing quality and sustainability at every step.

Serving Suggestions:

• Neat or Over Ice: Enjoy after dinner as a digestif to highlight its bittersweet balance.
• With Cheese: Pairs beautifully with bold, funky cheeses like Epoisses or blue cheeses.
• In Cocktails: Use as a substitute for vermouth in Manhattans or Negronis, or replace whiskey in low-proof riffs like the Lower Manhattan.
• With Mixers: Mix with apple cider, ginger beer, or soda water for a lighter, refreshing long drink.
• Storage Tip: Refrigerate after opening and consume within a few months for optimal flavor.

Why Tosti Giovanni Bosca Cardamaro Vino Amaro Liqueur?

This wine-based amaro offers a rare blend of history, craftsmanship, and versatility. Its earthy elegance and balanced bitterness make it a standout choice for sipping or mixing, rooted in Piedmont’s winemaking heritage and crafted with care by one of Italy’s most respected family producers.