NV Guerin Dry Red Vermouth

Aromas of dried black cherry, orange peel, and clove integrate with savory notes of gentian root, wormwood, and a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is medium-bodied and complex, featuring a core of bitter botanicals and a subtle herbal sweetness. It displays a firm structural tension and a balanced acidity that leads to a long finish marked by a clean medicinal lift and a persistent spice profile.

The winemaking team utilizes a base of high-quality red wine blended with Pineau des Charentes Rouge, which provides the vermouth with its natural body and depth. This base is infused with a proprietary selection of over 40 botanicals and spices, including cinchona bark and bitter orange, for several weeks. The final blend is aged for roughly six months in oak barrels, a process that integrates the complex herbal flavors and softens the texture before bottling.

The fruit and botanicals are sourced from the Charentes region of France, specifically within the Cognac producing area. The site is defined by its chalky limestone soils and a temperate climate influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. This historic region provides the specific grapes and local herbs necessary to produce a vermouth that balances the traditional richness of a red profile with the sharp, dry finish required for classic cocktail applications or as a stand-alone aperitif.