Rochelt : Morello Cherry 2009

Tasting notes and advice for the Griotte 2009 from Rochelt

Tasting

Nose
The nose is round and generous, dominated by cherry with refined almond notes. A few delicate bitter nuances add complexity, while freshness comes through with hints of wild berries.

Palate
The palate reveals magnificent aromas with a very precise fruit expression. Spicy bitter notes blend harmoniously with almond and wild aromatic herbs. Hazelnut flavors enrich a dense, juicy whole. Despite its high alcohol level, the eau-de-vie is marked by great smoothness, with power and softness in perfect harmony. The finish offers a lovely length on the palate.

Food pairings and tasting occasions

This Griotte 2009 is best enjoyed among connoisseurs in small sips, ideally as an aperitif.

Mixology

For an exceptional eau-de-vie of this caliber, we recommend enjoying it neat, without embellishment, to fully appreciate all its aromatic complexity.

An exceptional Tyrolean eau-de-vie from the Austrian tradition

Rochelt, an Austrian artisanal eau-de-vie distillery

Founded in the 1970s by Günter Rochelt in Fritzens, in Austrian Tyrol, this artisanal distillery began marketing its spirits in 1991. An exceptional Austrian eau-de-vie, Rochelt is now led by Alexander Rainer, the founder’s son-in-law, who upholds an uncompromising approach focused on absolute quality. The house stands out for its traditional double distillation, natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and a rigorous selection of fruit at optimal ripeness. Requiring up to 80 kg of fruit per liter of “heart cut,” these Tyrolean eaux-de-vie comprise around twenty cuvées and are acclaimed by the world’s finest gastronomic establishments.

The artisanal production of the Griotte 2009

The eau-de-vie of griotte Rochelt 2009 is produced according to the Tyrolean tradition of double distillation. The distillery uses exclusively griottes grown in Western Styria, selected at full ripeness and hand-picked. This rigorous selection ensures optimal fruit quality.

The musts ferment naturally with no additives or chemicals, thus preserving the fruit’s authenticity. Up to 80 kg of griottes are needed to obtain 1 liter of the precious “heart cut.” The eau-de-vie then ages for many long years without being filtered, preserving the full integrity of its aromatic and flavor qualities. This uncompromising artisanal approach makes this Griotte 2009 an exceptional eau-de-vie, representative of Tyrolean craftsmanship.