Christian Drouin Calvados Pays d'Auge Millesime 1989, 700ml

Distilled in 1989 at the Coeur de Lion estate using double distillation in a traditional 2,500-liter copper pot still. The cider was produced from a blend of 35 organic apple varieties, grouped into sweet, bittersweet, bitter, and acidic types. Apples were harvested only at full ripeness, then washed, sorted, and pressed. Fermentation took place in vats over a period ranging from five weeks to one year. The resulting cider was distilled and the new spirit matured for several decades in oak casks, including a finishing period in Sherry casks. Final ageing occurred in 15 to 25 hectoliter vats. Bottled at 42 percent ABV, this expression is part of Christian Drouin’s millésime collection, a series of single-vintage releases presented in wooden cases.

Tasting Note:

The nose reveals aromas of baked apple, almond, grilled notes, and subtle smokiness. The palate is full and structured, with cooked apple, nutty undertones, and a touch of tobacco. The finish is long and balanced, showing aromatic depth and maturity.
------------------

Product Type: Calvados

ABV: 42%

Region: France