Distilleria Romano Levi
The Romano Levi Distillery is a small, artisanal distillery located in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. It is famous worldwide for producing high-quality, traditional grappa using an ancient direct-fire copper alembic still—one of the last still in use today. The distillery is known not only for the purity and craftsmanship of its spirits but also for the unique, hand-drawn labels featuring the “Wild Woman” figure, created by Romano Levi himself. Today, it is considered both a working museum and a symbol of Italian heritage, officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
The Romano Levi Distillery was founded in 1924 by Serafino Levi in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, where high-quality grape pomace from Barolo and Barbaresco is abundant. Following Serafino's sudden death in 1937, his son Romano, only 17 at the time, took over the distillery and carried the legacy forward. Using the same traditional methods for decades, the distillery has become a symbol of authenticity and artisanal excellence. Since 2018, it has been officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato. Today, the distillery is a working museum and continues to produce around 20,000 bottles of grappa per year—limited quantities that underscore the rarity and prestige of each bottle.
Grappa Paglierina
Distilleria Romano Levi | Piedmont, Italy
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Elegant & Complex
This Reserve Grappa is crafted from a blend of Nebbiolo (Barbaresco), Dolcetto d’Alba, and Barbera grapes grown in DOC and DOCG vineyards across Neive, Barbaresco, Trezzo, Treiso, and Alba. Following an original Serafino Levi recipe, the marc is locally processed and blended before being aged for a minimum of four years in 700-liter Piedmontese casks made from various woods. The grappa displays a light yellow, transparent color with an aromatic profile marked by herbal and woody notes, accented by a distinct touch of liquorice. On the palate, it is dry and well-structured, with a long-lasting liquorice finish that highlights its elegance and depth. The aging certification guarantees its authenticity and superior quality.
About the Winery
Distilleria Romano Levi
The Romano Levi Distillery is a small, artisanal distillery located in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. It is famous worldwide for producing high-quality, traditional grappa using an ancient direct-fire copper alembic still—one of the last still in use today. The distillery is known not only for the purity and craftsmanship of its spirits but also for the unique, hand-drawn labels featuring the “Wild Woman” figure, created by Romano Levi himself. Today, it is considered both a working museum and a symbol of Italian heritage, officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
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Grappa di Arneis
Distilleria Romano Levi | Piedmont, Italy
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Elegant & Aromatic
Distilled from the marc of Roero Arneis grapes grown on the left bank of the Tanaro River, this grappa offers a fresh and elegant expression of the Arneis varietal. Its transparent, pale yellow color with golden reflections hints at the subtle aging process—just 3 to 4 months in old Piedmontese casks made of mixed woods, which gently enhance its structure while preserving the wine’s original aromatic profile. On the nose, it is delicately fragrant, with notes of white fruits, fresh peach, pear, and a touch of pineapple, all lifted by a slightly aromatic nuance. The palate is dry yet full-bodied, with an intense and refined character, offering herbal undertones and a clean, persistent finish. Best enjoyed at a tasting temperature of 12–14°C, this grappa is a perfect balance of freshness, finesse, and complexity.
About the Winery
Distilleria Romano Levi
The Romano Levi Distillery is a small, artisanal distillery located in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. It is famous worldwide for producing high-quality, traditional grappa using an ancient direct-fire copper alembic still—one of the last still in use today. The distillery is known not only for the purity and craftsmanship of its spirits but also for the unique, hand-drawn labels featuring the “Wild Woman” figure, created by Romano Levi himself. Today, it is considered both a working museum and a symbol of Italian heritage, officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
Grappa di Arneis
Amaro della Donna Selvatica
Distilleria Romano Levi | Piedmont, Italy
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Herbal & Balanced
Lidia Levi, sister of Romano—the “angelic grappaiolo”—knew the rich herbs of the Langhe well. She skillfully blended their aromas with the bitter Chinotto of Savona and the fragrant Bergéggi oranges, creating artistic infusions held in her brother’s grappa bottles that showcased the region’s intense scents.
Her ancient recipe now inspires the “Amaro della Donna Selvatica,” combining gentian, elderflower, sage, and hops. These aromas are perfectly embraced by Romano Levi’s grappa, enhancing the amaro’s expertly balanced, pleasant bitterness.
About the Winery
Distilleria Romano Levi
The Romano Levi Distillery is a small, artisanal distillery located in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. It is famous worldwide for producing high-quality, traditional grappa using an ancient direct-fire copper alembic still—one of the last still in use today. The distillery is known not only for the purity and craftsmanship of its spirits but also for the unique, hand-drawn labels featuring the “Wild Woman” figure, created by Romano Levi himself. Today, it is considered both a working museum and a symbol of Italian heritage, officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
Amaro della Donna Selvatica
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Grappa Ambrata
Distilleria Romano Levi | Piedmont, Italy
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Elegant & Complex
This traditional Reserve Grappa is crafted from freshly pressed marc of Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, and Barbera grapes grown in DOC and DOCG vineyards across Neive, Barbaresco, Trezzo, Treiso, and Alba. Following a century-old recipe by Serafino Levi, it is aged for a minimum of six years in small barrels made of various woods, carefully stored at constant temperature and humidity. Bottled pure with no added sugar, colorants, or caramel, it offers rich herbal and woody aromas, a dry, full-bodied palate, and a long, elegant finish. Certified by our Master Distiller, this grappa is a timeless tribute to authentic artisanal tradition.
About the Winery
Distilleria Romano Levi
The Romano Levi Distillery is a small, artisanal distillery located in Neive, in the heart of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. It is famous worldwide for producing high-quality, traditional grappa using an ancient direct-fire copper alembic still—one of the last still in use today. The distillery is known not only for the purity and craftsmanship of its spirits but also for the unique, hand-drawn labels featuring the “Wild Woman” figure, created by Romano Levi himself. Today, it is considered both a working museum and a symbol of Italian heritage, officially recognized as a “Place of Memory and Tradition” by the Consorzio of Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
Grappa Ambrata
