Description
Produced in sun-kissed Santa Barbara County by acclaimed winemaker Doug Margerum, this small-batch Amaro marries California wine tradition with Old-World herbal craft. Margerum starts with estate grown Rhône-variety wine, fortifies it with neutral grape spirit, then macerates more than a dozen botanicals—think blood orange peel, chamomile, gentian root, pink peppercorn, bay leaf, and star anise—before sweetening with local honey. The result pours a deep garnet in your glass and releases an inviting perfume of baking spice, candied citrus, cola nut, and coastal chaparral. On the palate it is plush yet lifted: dark cherry and ripe plum give way to a cascade of bitter herbs, cocoa nib, espresso, and a zesty amaro snap. A gentle 18% ABV keeps the finish silky, slightly sweet, and mouth-watering, encouraging contemplative sipping after dinner.
Serve Margerum Amaro neat, over a single cube, or splash it into tonic for a refreshing aperitivo. It also shines drizzled over vanilla gelato or worked into creative cocktails—try substituting it for sweet vermouth in a Manhattan to add nuanced complexity.
Order the 750mL bottle from Long Island Wine & Spirit Merchant in Commack and enjoy fast local delivery on Long Island or convenient shipping to all 50 states. Sending a present? We’ll slip the bottle into our elegant wine gift box or engrave a custom message right on the glass for an unforgettable touch. Stock up by the case to keep your bar ready for impromptu gatherings and late-night digestifs. Treat yourself and discover why enthusiasts cherish this California classic.
