{"title":"Fruit Spirits","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eRochelt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e is an iconic, family-owned Austrian distillery renowned worldwide for producing some of the finest, most prestigious artisanal fruit spirits (eaux-de-vie \/ schnapps)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e in existence. Located in Fritzens, within the heart of the Austrian Tyrol region\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e, Rochelt is celebrated for its absolute refusal to compromise on quality, making it a benchmark name among Michelin-starred restaurants, spirits connoisseurs, and luxury collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rochelt-wachau-apricot-vintage-2016-50-350ml","title":"Rochelt Wachau Apricot vintage 2018 50% 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWachau is one of best fruit-growing regions in Austria. Located on the banks of the Danube, it offers ideal soil and climate conditions for cultivating apricots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of picking the apricots from the tree, our farmers wait patiently until they are fully ripe and fall to the ground. That is when these yellowish-orange fruits with a red cheek are juicy all the way to the pit and bursting with the typical full-bodied flavors needed for first-class apricot brandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorted and cleaned by hand, the apricots are turned into mash immediately at harvest. Only then are they transported to our distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce it has been distilled, the young brandy is left to mature and develop its smooth and mild, yet strong and full, taste with a profusion of ripe apricot flavors. A Rochelt classic for 25 years!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rochelt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43780848713772,"sku":"Rochelt-Apricot2016-35cl","price":1320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/image-0_2de0867f-c15f-4d8a-b0a0-c53a0c1811b6.png?v=1791423616"},{"product_id":"rochelt-wild-plum-from-piedmont-vintage-2015-50-350ml","title":"Rochelt Wild Plum from Piedmont vintage 2016 50% 350ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful region of Piedmont in northern Italy is home to this delicate and rare fruit. Our variety of wild plum, commonly known as the Ramassin plum, can be found only in this terroir famous for its exquisite wines and truffles. Each olive-sized fruit has a purple-reddish color and a fine, rich flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Saluzzo, west of Barolo, our farmer cultivates these precious plums on less than one hectare of land. They are left to ripen to perfection on the tree until they fall into nets set up below to catch them. Collected, sorted and cleaned by hand each day, they provide the outstanding quality required for a fine fruit brandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100% natural mash is twice distilled in our copper pot stills according to old Tyrolean tradition. The precious fruit brandy is then left to mature in open glass balloons for a minimum of eight years. Over time the weight and strength of the alcohol lessens, enabling the palate to benefit from exquisite wild plum aromas with a fine balance of fruit and pit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rochelt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43813145673772,"sku":"Rochelt-WPlum2015","price":900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/image-1_58582f93-e511-42ec-a6d5-90457b11b3f6.png?v=1791423437"},{"product_id":"rochelt-williams-pear-vintage-2015-50-700ml","title":"Rochelt Williams Pear vintage 2017 50% 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Williams pear originates from the sunny regions of western Styria (Austria), where it enjoys ideal climate conditions. When fully ripe its skin varies from light green to citron yellow, with a reddish patch on the sun-facing side. During the harvesting season each pear is checked on the tree regularly. Only once it has achieved peak ripeness does it have the sweet taste we need for making fine pear brandy. To achieve this our grower harvests up to 15 times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to maintain their fresh fruit flavors, the pears are mashed immediately at harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mash is then transported to our distillery in Fritzens, where it is gently distilled and left to mature. The finished fruit brandy is bursting with juicy flavors of exquisite Williams pears – strong and intense, but at the same time smooth and mild.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rochelt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43813155405868,"sku":"Rochelt-Pear2015","price":1125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/image-3_67e32c6a-d24a-4d6c-adec-fca31a8d43e7.png?v=1791422984"},{"product_id":"rochelt-fruit-brandy-glass-2cl","title":"Rochelt Fruit Brandy Glass 2cl","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"glass\" class=\"gross\"\u003eTHE RIGHT BRANDY IN THE RIGHT GLASS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the shape of a glass influences the taste of its contents, we have developed our own tasting glass. Specially designed for our strong and fruity brandy, it has a tulip-like form which contains the bouquet in the glass while the palate benefits from a truly amazing concentration of fine fruit flavors. Each one is handmade by local glass artist Patrik Winkler in his workshop in Kufstein, Tyrol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"genippt\"\u003eSIPPED, NOT TIPPED\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of tipping our fruit brandy down all in one, we recommend enjoying it sip by sip with great attention or even filling the glass only half-way (1cl). After a fine meal, serve Rochelt fruit brandy at room temperature – only then is it able to release its full flavor and soothing effect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rochelt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43813161304108,"sku":"Rochelt-FruitGlass","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/rocheltglass_677ecee0-cd8e-4c40-8e40-693b67458fe3.png?v=1791418710"},{"product_id":"rochelt-basel-cherry-vintage-2015-50-700ml","title":"Rochelt Basel Cherry vintage 2015 50% 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sortenbeschreibung-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"modal-ready\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eThis distinguished cherry is part of the family of sweet cherries and is cultivated in the Basel region of Switzerland. It is heart-shaped, juicy, sweet and bursting with full cherry flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eWe use only handpicked, flawless cherries ripened to perfection. A unique feature of this variety is that we remove the pit prior to fermentation in order to prevent a clash of competing cherry and fruit flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eDistilled and matured, our Basel cherry fruit brandy is characterized by its gentle, aromatic and clear taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rochelt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343129464876,"sku":"Rochelt-Basel2015","price":1125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/3220\/0236\/files\/image-1_bf93b636-547e-4859-9af5-6f48a6817e21.png?v=1791423543"}],"url":"https:\/\/mylocalspirits.com.au\/collections\/fruit-spirits.oembed","provider":"mylocalspirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}