Velier Indian Ocean Stills Savanna 2012 is part of a new range from from Velier that brings together the most representative expressions from around the globe.
Velier represents one of the biggest and most relevant realities in the Italian distribution and importation of distillates, especially whiskies and rums. It was founded in 1947 by Casimiro Chaix who, at the time, worked in the French Consulate in Genoa. From 1953 to 1983, this small family company specialized in the import and distribution of wines, champagne and liqueurs, exploiting the potential of the port of the Ligurian capital.
In 1983, at the age of 25, Luca Gargano acquired some Velier shares and under his influence the company began to specialize in the importation of exceptional distillates such as the legendary stock of St James Rum distilled in 1885 discovered by Luca in 1991. Since then these selections of rum have multiplied and led to the emergence of exceptional ranges
Traders from Genoa, Velier are the sons of Columbus and The Heirs of a tradition well known in the whole world. They firmly believe in their work. The family has been trading for over 100 years, originally in the textile sector, and now, since over 60 years, in wines, spirits and food. Their absolute priority is not profit, but quality in all their choices. Thanks to this, authentic gourmets can discover new products of excellent quality. They keep exploring.
Thankfully, in this world of increasingly standardised approach, it is still possible to find extraordinary products, which are created by real and passionate artists. Velier are a family run business, who believe in independent trade, based on strong human relationships.
