Domaine Dupont Calvados 42% 750ml Millesime; Pays D'AUGE; France

Vintage: 1980
Description: Calvados 1980 A.o.c. Calvados Du Pays D'auge Calvados vintage 1980 was distilled in 1980 and aged in oak vat and in a toasted oak barrel. It was treated in such a way as to maximise its concentration and complexity. Terroir Clay And Oxfordian Marl Soil. Varieties 80% Of Bittersweet Apples 20% Of Acid Apples Harvesting From September To November Alcohol cont. 42 % Vol. Techniques used The apples are mixed, crushed and pressed. The apple juice is fermented right out to give cider to be distilled. Double distillation is carried out 6 months after the fermentation has taken place. The first distillation gives the "petite eau" at 30% by volume and it is the second distillation, that of the "petite eau" which gives the Calvados. Aging: Since 1980, in oak vat and in a toasted 400 litre (88 imp gallon) oak barrel. Unfiltered and without being cold stabilized, it was treated in such a way as to maximise its concentration and complexity. Bottled to order. Tasting notes Eyes: Colour golden orange. Nose: Gentle and subtle. Complex and well formed, citrus and apple. Mouth: Sweet and fruit forward. Aromas of citrus, cooked apple, dried fruits, toast. - Storage: very long, bottles upright without special precautions. - As an Aperitif: on its own, or possibly with a drop or two of pure water or a little ice. - With Food: with a dark chocolate dessert or an apple cake. - As a Digestive: sipped on its own at room temperature. An ideal eau-de-vie for lovers of good food. Particularly suitable for cigar lovers.
Price: $ 379.99
Price in original currency: None

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