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FJ SAGRESTAN VERMUT 25 750ML 18% ABV

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	Who FJ Sagrestan Vermut 25 (often labeled as Fred Jerbis or Opificio Fred Sagrestan Vermut 25) is created by herbalist, forager, and distiller Federico "Fred" Cremasco.
	Where Polcenigo, located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeast Italy
	What FJ Sagrestan Vermut 25 is the vermut that tastes like a love letter between cherry cola and Marsala wine—bold, deeply complex, and dangerously delicious. The nose seduces you first with citrus oils, orange peel, and strong mint layered over dark red fruits and sweet herbs. On the palate, it's round and sumptuous—black cherry and caramelized brown sugar hit first, then sage, cinnamon, and bright citrus swoop in to keep things interesting. The finish? A highly persistent, smooth bitter snap that's anything but harsh. Gentian root, cinchona bark, and three distinct types of absinthe create a deeply structured bitterness that lingers beautifully. This is vermut for people who actually want flavor.
	Why FJ Sagrestan's production facility, Opificio Fred, sits on a tiny medieval river island in the heart of Polcenigo—basically a spirit-maker's dream location. The constant humidity and cool breezes rolling off the Gorgazzo river create a uniquely stable microclimate that's perfect for aging and infusing. It's not just where the magic happens; it's where the geography does half the work.