Bordiga Vino Chinato
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About this product
Bittersweet. Spiced. Endlessly refined.
Bordiga Vino Chinato is one of the most captivating expressions of Italy’s enological tradition — a rare wine-based digestif born in the foothills of the Alps, made from carefully selected Nebbiolo wine infused with a secret blend of alpine herbs and cinchona bark (“china” in Italian).
This elixir walks the line between wine and amaro: warming, silky, and luxuriously bitter. Traditionally sipped after dinner to aid digestion, it also shines in craft cocktails or paired with dark chocolate. Bordiga’s version is artisanal to the core — macerated slowly, never rushed, with natural botanicals that give it elegance, complexity, and soul.
Why we love it:
Bordiga Vino Chinato is bold yet balanced, traditional yet timeless. It's a drink that tells a story — of Piedmontese vineyards, ancient herbal remedies, and the warmth of slow evenings shared. A must-have for lovers of complex, bitter-sweet aromatics and rich sipping experiences.
Country of origin
Italy
Tasting notes
Colour
Deep garnet red with ruby reflections.
Nose
Complex and inviting — dried cherry, orange peel, wild herbs, dark spices, and bittersweet bark.
Palate
Rich and velvety, with notes of ripe berry fruit, cinnamon, wormwood, clove, and cinchona.
Serving suggestion
Perfect on its own after a meal, or with bold food pairings that bring out its layered complexity.
Best enjoyed with:
- Dark chocolate truffles or flourless chocolate cake
- Mature cheeses like Gorgonzola or Taleggio
- Spiced dishes with Moroccan or Indian influence
- Chestnut-based desserts, roasted figs, or fruit compote
✨ Easy Home Cocktail: Chinato Manhattan - 50 ml rye whiskey
- 25 ml Bordiga Vino Chinato
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
Stir with ice, strain into a coupe glass, garnish with a cherry — a Piedmontese twist on the classic.
Size, cl
75
ABV, %
16.0
About the producer
Since 1888, Bordiga has stood as a symbol of authentic alpine craftsmanship. From its historic distillery in Cuneo, Piedmont, it continues to produce traditional herbal liqueurs, vermouths, and wine infusions using wild, hand-foraged botanicals and time-honoured methods. Their Vino Chinato is a fine example of this legacy — both a nod to the past and a joy for the modern palate.