An exceptionally rare 1940s bottling of Carpano Punt e Mes, presented in the generous 100cl format and bottled at 16.5% ABV.
Produced by the historic house of Carpano in Turin, Punt e Mes is one of Italy’s most distinctive vermouths, celebrated for its fascinating balance between the rich sweetness of traditional Italian vermouth and a pronounced, sophisticated bitterness.
This remarkable wartime and post-war era bottling offers a captivating glimpse into Italian aperitivo culture of the 1940s. Its classic character is built around notes of aromatic herbs, bitter botanicals, dark spice, citrus peel and gentle caramelized sweetness, creating the unmistakable bittersweet personality for which Punt e Mes became renowned.
The combination of its 1940s provenance, historic one-litre format and 16.5% strength makes this an extraordinary find for collectors of vintage vermouth, historic Italian aperitifs and rare cocktail ingredients.
A fascinating piece of Turinese drinking history, and an exceptional bottle for a serious vintage spirits collection—particularly compelling for enthusiasts seeking authentic period ingredients connected to the great Italian aperitivo and cocktail traditions.
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Producer: Carpano
Expression: Punt e Mes
Style: Vermouth / Italian Aperitivo
Era: 1940s
Size: 100cl
ABV: 16.5%
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