Calvados XO

Appellation Calvados Pays d'Auge Contrôlée

'A prestigious Calvados that reveals a spicy and candied character born from a complex blend of several distillations. "

Cidrification

Cider fermented for 8 months on fine lees.

Distillation

Double distillation in an iron still

Breeding

In 1200 liter red oak barrels then in 400 liter barrels.

Ageing

Blend of different vintages of Calvados AOC Pays d'Auge over 18 years old.

Alcholic Strength

42% vol.

Tasting notes

  • Color: Golden with amber reflections, brilliant and limpid

  • Nose: Aromas of citrus, sweet spices and brown sugar

  • Palate: Intense and enveloping, supple structure and slightly tannic. aromas of citrus and spices. Long and elegant finish with notes of pear and liquorice.

Tasting advice:

As a digestif: At room temperature, in a brandy glass.

Digestifs, Calvados & PommeauBenjamin Boukris