Christian Drouin Calvados Pays d'Auge Millesime 1990, 700ml

Distilled in 1990 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 nearly three decades in a combination of old Calvados and Cognac casks. Final ageing occurred in 15 to 25 hectoliter vats. Bottled at 42 percent ABV in 2019, this expression is part of Christian Drouin’s millésime collection, a series of single-vintage releases presented in wooden cases.

Tasting Note:

The nose is round and expressive, with aromas of orange, ripe peach, quince, and toasted notes in the background. The palate is full and rich, showing depth and persistence. The finish is long and balanced, with warm fruit and subtle spice.
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Product Type: Calvados

ABV: 42%

Region: France