Knight added: “Within the UK, there is a huge opportunity for the sector to further innovate and develop great tasting variants.

Villa Ascenti Rosa Gin | 41% vol | 70cl | Flavoured Gin from

Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. Ingredients: 25ml Villa Ascenti Gin; 100ml Prosecco, 25ml soda; a dash of sugar syrup; grapes; a sprig of thyme. Introducing a beautiful homegrown Italian gin capturing the distinctive fruity taste of deliciously ripe peaches grown from the hills of Piemonte. Inspired by the breath-taking views from the villa, we have worked with local farmers to select the most delicious peaches in season. Combined, plump fresh peaches and distilled Brachetto grapes burst with flavour and add a velvety smoothness. Enhanced through copper distillation, the ripe peaches give a sweet fruity note on the nose which is perfectly blended with Tuscan juniper berries. We use only Italian ingredients to create a liquid of the highest quality, clarity of flavour and freshest taste. For a new, easy-to-create way of drinking, serve with prosecco and soda water in a carafe to share. Villa Ascenti Rosa offers a distinctive fruity flavour with a smooth, creamy and delicious complex fresh palate. Enhanced through copper distillation, the ripe plump peaches give a sweet fruity note on the nose. Brachetto grapes combine with carefully selected Italian botanicals to offer a unique smooth and creamy mouthfeel with a long, complex fruity finish. The fruity flavour is perfectly blended with Tuscan juniper berries. In addition, Diageo has added Christie Knight to the Diageo Reserve team of brand ambassadors. Knight has worked across the world in hospitality venues, including a specialist gin bar in Edinburgh.To make the gin, Moscato grapes are harvested in August and September, and are then distilled three times. Knight said: “I have always been a big fan of gin; I love its versatility and the innovation in the category that has continued to evolve. Also has been referred to as "Contemporary", "New Western", "New Wave", and "New American". This style is not legally defined. In general, this category of gin, while it does contain juniper, places less of an emphasis on this botanical. Other botanicals not classically used in London Dry gins are often utilized and often highlight botanicals grown in the region the gin is produced. Most produced as either London Dry or Distilled Gins. Rosa Classico: Combine 25ml Villa Ascenti Rosa, 100ml prosecco, 25ml soda and a dash of sugar syrup then garnish with a thin fresh peach slice or lemon zest. This cookie is set by Rubicon Project to control synchronization of user identification and exchange of user data between various ad services.

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Spirits producer Diageo has revealed its first line extension for Villa Ascenti gin and appointed Christie Knight as brand ambassador for Great Britain. Christie Knight is Villa Ascenti’s new brand ambassador for Great Britain It’s a privilege to be at the forefront of a brand that is so unique in taste. I am really excited to share the brand’s story which is rooted in Italian provenance and conviviality.” Enhanced through copper distillation, the smooth, fruity flavour of this distillate rounds off zesty juniper notes to create a velvety, slightly sweet gin.” The gin is made at the Villa Ascenti distillery in Santa Vittoria, Italy, where production is overseen by master distiller Lorenzo Rosso, a trained winemaker and distiller who has more than 20 years of experience with Diageo.What does it smell of ? It’s summery – a slightly sweet smell but minty with a firm touch of lemon. It has been an absolute privilege to be involved in developing Villa Ascenti Gin and to have the chance to showcase the very best of Piemonte to the world,” Rosso added. “It’s a beautiful gin with the region at its heart in its aroma and flavour, but also in how it’s best enjoyed – around the table with friends. I’m particularly proud of the use of the Moscato grape distillate, an idea that stemmed from my winemaking experience.” The super-premium gin brand has now expanded its range to include Villa Ascenti Rosa. The expression is distilled with peaches, apricots, elderflower, hazelnut, achillea, Brachetto grapes and Tuscan juniper berries. Lorenzo Rosso, master distiller for Villa Ascenti gin at Distilleria Santa Vittoria, said: “On the nose, the mint and thyme are vibrant and refreshing alongside the spice of the Tuscan juniper berries, whilst on the palate, the Moscato grapes really come to life.