“My name is Mauro Vergano but everybody calls me Mauro!” Once a chemist developing flavors and aromas for big pharma, Mauro Vergano is now busy developing tiny amounts of probably the best vini aromatizzati in the world. By definition, these are wines crafted with added aromatics for an extra layer of flavor, texture and of course aromas.

Its name comes from its key botanical, wormwood or in German, wermut. The base wines are a blend of organic Cortese and Moscato from local producers. Other key botanicals include green bitter oranges, gentian flowers, thyme, oregano, marjoram, basil and lemon zest. The New York Times describes it as being “high-toned and refreshing, with flavours that linger on and on”. This is a delicate white vermouth with incredible detail.