Dolin Dry Vermouth

Dolin Dry Vermouth is made in Chambéry, Savoie, the only town in France to hold its own appellation specifically for vermouth. Since 1821, Dolin has worked from a base of local white wine infused with Alpine herbs, botanicals and spices, crafting a lighter, more restrained style than the bracingly bitter French dry vermouths common elsewhere. Where many vermouths announce themselves loudly, Dolin takes the gentler approach that defines Chambéry's historic character, and that restraint has made it one of the most widely respected vermouths among bartenders worldwide. The house was founded in Chambéry in 1821 and remains faithful to the aromatized wine traditions of the French Alps. The base is local white wine, infused with a proprietary blend of Alpine botanicals and spices particular to the region. The process emphasizes balance rather than intensity, which is why Dolin Dry reads as softer and more delicate than its counterparts from other corners of France. The pale, straw-coloured liquid in the glass signals its lighter touch before you taste it. The nose is fresh and aromatic, with chamomile, white flowers and citrus peel layered over subtle herbal and gently bitter undertones. On the palate it is crisp and dry, bright with acidity and a clean herbal character that never overwhelms. Green apple, lemon zest and dried herbs unfold gently, finishing with a soft, refreshing bitterness. That quiet complexity makes it exceptionally versatile in classic and modern cocktails alike, from a proper martini to a white Negroni, where it supports the base spirit rather than competing with it. It is also food-friendly enough to drink on its own with oysters, cured fish or light charcuterie. In stock at Off Premise in Lincoln Park.