Stovetop Espresso Maker - Vev Vigano Kontessa Gold 12 cup size

by Vev Vigano

Product Features

• 12 cup size espresso pot
• polished brass handle and lid knob
• heavy 18/10 stainless steel construction and a stainless filter basket
• based on 1-1/2 ounce "cups"; 11" tall
• Made in Italy

Product Details

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• ASIN: B001IICE98
• Item model number: 12 CUP
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #66,521 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

The royally inspired Kontessa espresso maker by Vev Vigano is truly a magnificent espresso pot. This Oro version features a polished brass handle and lid knob, heavy 18/10 stainless steel construction and a stainless filter basket. The fit and finish of the Kontessa is excellent throughout. brass safety pressure release valve sizes based on 1-1/2 ounce "cups". New model for 2010. Made in Italy

Customer Reviews

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than most, but could be better, July 16, 2009

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C. Young "C. Young" (West Jordan, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stovetop Espresso Maker - Vev Vigano Kontessa Gold 12 cup size

I had an aluminum moka pot before, but was concerned with the fact that it was aluminum, so I went on a search to find a stainless steel moka pot and ended up with this one.

Overall, I like this pot since it is bigger than my last pot and made of stainless steel. However, there are a couple of things that could be improved upon.

First, the inside of the pot isn't stainless steel, but is coated with some mystery coating that is definitely not stainless. I'm not sure what the reason behind this coating is, but I'd rather it wasn't there. Also, the spout could be improved upon. It's positioning tends to cause minor spills when you are pouring.

While this pot isn't the perfect moka pot, it is better than any of the others I've tried, so I would recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift, January 28, 2011

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C. B. Howarth (New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stovetop Espresso Maker - Vev Vigano Kontessa Gold 12 cup size

I gave this as a gift to my sister and her husband. They have a smaller stove-top maker that we use at family get-togethers. I wanted to get them the nicest one that I could fine. I saw this one in a store, but they were out of stock. The finish is perfect. Have not noticed any handle issues. Great tasting espresso.