Gorgeously light and fragrant on the nose with a juicy burst of fresh citrus on the palate. The beautifully blended botanicals open up like a summer flower to reveal glorious complexity and a delightfully long dry finish. A superb gin. Italian gin brand Ginato has appointed TV chef Gino D’Acampo as its maestro del gusto (master of flavour). Italian chef Gino D’Acampo will create food recipes to pair with the Ginato Gin range Warm spices on the nose with hints of clove, nutmeg, spice and chocolate. The palate is led by cinnamon, pepper and liquorice that together have great balance and linger on the palate long after the sip. Continually developing. For instance, some variants might see the aromatic and floral nature of a Pinot Grigio grape, which adds a light, crisp layer to the gin's palate. On the other hand, a Nebbiolo grape variant could lend richer, deeper undertones, reminiscent of the famed red wines of the Piedmont region. Ginato Italian Gin has launched in more than 22 countries including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Israel, South Africa and Australia.

We can’t wait to share his great enthusiasm for Ginato Gin and his love of everything Italian with consumers across the UK in the coming months and years ahead.’’Gin from Europe?’ you might be thinking. ‘Is nothing sacred?’ After all, gin is as proudly British as fish and chips, Tesco and Fray Bentons meat pies. This is correct – but only in so far as none of the above are strictly British inventions, either. The first chippie was set up by a Jewish immigrant, the first Tesco was established by the son of Polish arrivals, and Fray Bentos was first manufactured in Uruguay. Maybe it’s the greyhound on the label, but there’s a definite sleekness to Windspiel – perhaps down to the fact that its base spirit is made with potatoes. It’s super elegant: lots of juniper, citrus, candied lemon peel and a gentle hint of lavender on the finish, no sharp edges. The charm is its smooth, rich texture, made for an indulgent Martinez or (better) a quality Martini. Alc 47% Italian gin brand Ginato has gained listings with Australian drinks retailers Dan Murphy’s and BWS. The 43% ABV gins are distributed worldwide by Kirker Greer Spirits

The Clementino expression adds clementine oranges to the blend, resulting in a ‘vibrant orange’ colour. Meanwhile, the Pompelmo expression is made from Sicilian pink grapefruit peel, giving the liquid a rose-pink tint. John Soden, CCO of Ginato owner Kirker Greer Spirits, said: “We have been blown away by the success of Ginato Italian Gin in every market it has entered so far, and our goal is to continue to build on that success as we introduce the product across Australia. The Australian drinks industry is extremely dynamic and we feel that Ginato will be a great addition to the Dan Murphy’s and BWS premium spirits portfolio.”Opihr Aromatics Bitters Gin is a savory led gin with a distinctive bitter note from cascarilla bark, along with burnt orange and fragrant myrrh. The judging panel described it as: Ginato is a unique and innovative range of gins that strives to encapsulate the essence of Italy in a bottle. Blending the traditional juniper-infused spirit of gin with the renowned varietals of Italian wines, Ginato offers an intriguing fusion of flavours that transports the drinker straight to the sun-kissed terraces of the Italian countryside. In its vintage-style bottle it's a great Christmas gift for gin fans or Pinot Grigio fans and if you know someone who loves both... it's a no-brainer. By expertly blending the finest Italian juniper berries, botanicals and grape, we have created a collection of wonderful gins that are both extremely unique and exude the true essence of Italy.

Hand sourced from the rolling hills of Tuscany and the green heart of Umbria. The crops grow at high elevations where there are few trees and many wildflowers. The Italian berries are a smaller, higher grade, more complex and fruity in flavour. Chocolate and rich fruity berry notes, dried cherry and juniper coming through. Grape notes are on the palate with a little bit of spice and savouriness. A really nice balance of flavours from the gin and wine elements. We use the grape in the base alcohol, combining a considered blend of grape and grain spirit. The grape spirit fundamentally provides a unique texture to the gin, and when we redistill our base spirit to make gin, we also add Pinot Grigio grape as one of the botanicals to bring about the underlying aroma and flavor of this most popular of wines. Combine this with Sardinian citrus and we land on a particularly clean, crisp, citrus-forward gin with hints of apple and pear from our grape choice. Also winning Gold Outstanding medals were Audemus Spirits, Pink Pepper Gin from France, Ginerei, The Coffee Gin from Austria, and Matsui Shuzo, the Hakuto Premium Matsui Gin. Designed to capture the true essence of Italy in it's ingredients and its tastes, the Ginato range also includes; Ginato Melograno which combines Barbera Grape and Sicilian pomegranates, Ginato Clementino which balances Nebbiolo grape and Clementine oranges, and Ginato Pompelmo created using Sangiovese Grape and Sicilian pink grapefruits.

Kirker Greer recently expanded its team and named ex-Dead Rabbit bartender Peter Moore as global educator and ambassador across its portfolio, as well as Matt Bell as its operations manager. Dara: Did you always know you wanted to use Pinot Grigio grapes or was there a sort of trial and error? My homeland has always shaped not only the way I cook but also what I eat and drink,” says D’Acampo. “Italians have a passion for great quality produce, and this is everything that Ginato Gin embodies. Ryan: We have used Nebbiolo, Barbera and Sangiovese grapes in our other flavor variants but our experience has been that the consumer instantly recognizes and connects with Pinot Grigio in a way they don’t with the other lesser known varieties. Pinot Grigio grape will now feature across the full Ginato Gin range including the pink grapefruit, clementine orange and pomegranate flavor variants.

You have to be brave to oak-age gin, but this tiny distillery on the island of Hven between Sweden and Denmark has pulled it off well. A light and wheaty gin, with a touch of sweet spice, the oak acts almost as a binding agent on which the other elements sit shyly. It’s textural rather than aromatic, but very smooth with a dry finish. Good Martini gin. Alc 40% Ginato's distinct approach to gin-making is a nod to Italy's rich history of viticulture and its deep-seated love for good food and drinks. Every sip is a celebration of Italian craftsmanship, tradition, and the country's bounteous produce. For those looking to explore gins that offer a fresh perspective and a journey of flavours, Ginato stands out as a remarkable choice. Attractive pale pink colour. Sensational aroma with lashings of grapefruit on the nose. Good blend of floral and citrus on the palate, with a hint of coriander. Very well-constructed, with perfect sweetness and lingering aftertaste.Vanilla, white fruits, earthy, apple blossoms and notes of apple aromas on the nose combining with concord grape, chamomile and juniper flavours on the palate. Alcohol and sugar well-integrated with the flavours displaying a woody undertone and lingering fruity finish. Crafted using the true essence of Italy - Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Barbera. These grape varieties can all be found in Italy’s finest growing regions that circumnavigate the idyllic lakes of the north. It is important for me to work with brands that are authentic and complement my style of food. Ginato Gin is an interesting concept, especially with the addition of the Pinot Grigio grape. This innovation as well as the superb taste is what attracted me to working with the brand.” Southern Italy is blessed with a Mediterranean climate. Sunny hot days and cold nights, coupled with unique terroir, gives the citrus fruits a typical sweetness and taste that is very difficult to find anywhere else in the world.