Distiller Notes
Wine Enthusiast 100 Best Sprits of 2021
Succulent nose, not in the least aggressive, with attractive aromas of apples. Fruity aromas of fresh apple, pear and vanilla. Perfect with a plate of Normandy cheeses.
Proof: 80
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
A mix of apple and pear plus a hint of funk defines the nose. The mild palate leans toward fresh and baked apple slicked with honey, finishing drying and brisk with ginger and clove heat. Sip or mix.
Calvados is a department (county) in Normandy in northern France that is famous for its Brandies—also called Calvados—which are created by distilling cider made from locally fermented pears and apples. The Calvados orchards and brewers date back as far as the 8th century; distilling came about in the 16th century. Categorized by both age and geography, Calvados production methods differ among the three sub-appellations: AOC Calvados, AOC Domfontais and AOC Calvados Pays d’Auge (highest quality). Generally, the longer a Calvados ages in barrel, the more it resembles Cognac and other fine Brandies in clarity and depth of flavor, approachability and complexity.