"Clear. A waxy nose of stone fruits and lanolin. Light and crisp on the attack with a fruity, light-to medium-bodied palate and perfumed, green apple jam flavors. Finishes with a palate-tingling wave of peppery heat. A nicely fruited grappa without a bitter note in sight."   90 - *awarded Gold Medal

	- Beverage Testing Institute - July 2002

"...this dry and delicate spirit exhibits a grapey/citric ripeness mellowed by a nutty woodiness. Savor its long, clean and refined finish..."

	- David P. Jones - Nob Hill Gazette - January 2002

"...silken texture, depth, complexity, length on the palate, and finesse - a masterpiece of the vintner's and distiller's art."

	- Agenda New York - March 2001

"Some of the best grappa I've ever had has been from the Brunello grape of Montalcino, and Banfi's addition is no exception. As with all great grappa, this one is intensely aromatic both in the nose and in the finish. Redolent of flowers and fresh grape on the palate, those elements are joined by a pleasant nuttiness. Smooth and warm, this is a post-prandial treat."   89

	- Epicurean - February/March 2001

"...shows the earthy typicity of a Brunello Grappa. No surprises considering it is distilled from the pomace of 100 percent Brunello grapes from the Montalcino district of Tuscany. Aromas of fresh grapes and citrus are in evidence as well. The Banfi Grappa is a clean, smooth spirit best served as a digestive following a grand, multicourse Italian feast."

	- Robert Whitley - Copley News Service - November 2000

"Banfi's grappa is a nutty, slightly herbaceous grappa made from the beloved prized Brunello grape and aged in oak a short time. It is slightly sweet, a touch earthy, and quite smooth. Recommended." ***

	- AlcoholReviews.com - October 2000

“A veritable condottiere among liquors, this great grappa attacks the taste buds with an advance guard of crunchy green apple and peach, followed by an all-out barrage of pepper.”

	- Robb Report - November 2004

“The color is crystal clear, with an aroma of alcohol and grape must.  The flavor is dry and complex with a clean strong finish.  Serve after the meal in very small amounts.”

	- John Solomon - Los Angeles Daily News - 5 January 2005

“…smooth and complex…, sweet with floral notes.”

	- Matthew Daniel - Columbia University’s Columbia Spectator - 16 February 2006