{"product_id":"montegrappa-grappa-limited-edition-fountain-pen-2015","title":"Montegrappa Grappa Limited Edition Fountain Pen ISCUG_CU, 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eJoining Montegrappa’s Cult Collection, the Grappa Pen was inspired by the renowned distillate “grappa”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ean Italian specialty that nowadays has devotees all over the world. This incredible writing instrument was also thought \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e homage to Bassano del Grappa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethe town Montegrappa calls home, for the place is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust as well\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e one of the major producers of this refined liquor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe “grappa” distinct personality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis defined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e by the type and quality of the grapes used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, as well as\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the distillation process or “secret recipe.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e As proof of grappa’s ascension to the ranks of chic liquors, many of Italy’s finest wine producers now bottle their own “grappa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e”,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e including the “Super Tuscans” Sassicaia and Tignanello. There can be no higher accolade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAs for the enjoyment of this distillate, grappa \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis offered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in four general categories: young, cask-conditioned, aromatic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003earomatised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Grappa tastings begin with young grappa, then continue with cask-conditioned and aromatic grappa and finish with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003earomatised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e grappa. Previously unimaginable, grappa is now as complex a subject as wine. Tastings are as complex and intense as those for the finest wines, and a culture of grappa devotees \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eensure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e that it will forever retain its new and lofty status. Cincin!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBoth the historic traditions of grappa distilling and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eaesthetic of steampunk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e have inspired and influenced the design of the latest addition to Montegrappa’s Cult collection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe materials used in the pens’ manufacture, reminiscent of the distilling vessels, include stainless steel, brass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand copper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for the cap and barrel, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eemployed in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the manner of the actual equipment’s construction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMontegrappa’s technicians executed hand-applied hammering techniques on the copper components, while tiny screws – both functional and ornamental – remind the user of the technological inspiration of the product. Even the pocket clip continues the grappa-making theme, formed to recall the copper tubing used in the distilling process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eExquisite touches detail both ends of this remarkable writing instrument. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eInserted into the top of the cap is a disc made of real cork as used in a grappa bottle top, beneath a filigree-cut octagonal grid recalling Montegrappa’s eight-sided symbol. Having been dipped in aged grappa, the cork emanates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003escents of grappa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Lastly, the 18k gold duotone nib \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis embellished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ewith a bunch of grapes on the vine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe Cult Collection Grappa Pen has been issued as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003efountain pen, with both\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e cartridge and converter feeders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, and as\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e a rollerball pen. Production is limited to 1912 for the fountain pen and 1912 for the rollerball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e given number denotes the year of establishment of the Montegrappa company.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The blind cap of the Grappa pen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis reserved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for the limited edition number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEmbracing the spirit of grappa and its life-enhancing properties, the Grappa Pens arrive in special packaging not unlike \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethe presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e of an actual bottle of the liquor. The pen comes in a blown glass bottle with a large globe base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emade by local artisans, bearing the Montegrappa coat of arms in metallic finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e18kt gold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eduo tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Medium nib, engraved with grapes on the vine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStainless steel, brass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e copper material\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHand-applied hammering techniques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrnamental mini screws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eScrew-on cap closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eConverter or cartridge filling system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eConverter and cartridges supplied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCompatible with International standard ink cartridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLimited edition to 1912 fountain pens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePresented in a blown glass bottle with large globe base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMontegrappa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e coat of arms\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLaunched in 2015 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esold out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e edition\u003cbr\u003eSKU: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eISCUG_CU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe edition number of this collectible item is very low and is a single digit. Out of respect to the future owner, we do not disclose any of the limited edition numbers we offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Montegrappa","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45109106409662,"sku":"ISCUG_CU","price":5175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/7564\/2046\/files\/Montegrappa-Grappa-Limited-Edition-Fountain-Pen_-2015.jpg?v=1737534308","url":"https:\/\/bertramsinkwell.mom\/products\/montegrappa-grappa-limited-edition-fountain-pen-2015","provider":"Bertram's Inkwell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}