Distiller Notes
For five generations, the Huet family (one of the greatest distillers in Normandy) has been known for their production of famous and unique Calvados. The exquisite complexity of this elegant Calvados features aromas of newly picked apples cooked in butter, followed by refreshing hints of mint and honey. The finish is layered and balanced with baked apple and spices.
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.