Christian Drouin Calvados 1973 Pays D'Auge 700ml - 1 Bottle

Product Description

Product Description

Christian Drouin 1973 Pays d'Auge Calvados is a rare vintage expression that showcases the remarkable quality of the 1973 harvest in Normandy's renowned Pays d'Auge appellation. Produced by Maison Christian Drouin, this exceptional Calvados is distilled from traditional cider apples using copper pot stills before being matured patiently in French oak casks to develop exceptional richness, finesse and complexity.

Extended ageing has created a beautifully balanced Calvados with remarkable depth while preserving the vibrant orchard fruit character that has made Christian Drouin one of the world's most respected Calvados producers.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep amber with polished copper highlights.

Aroma: Baked apple, dried pear, candied orange peel, vanilla, toasted oak and warm spice.

Palate: Rich orchard fruits, honey, roasted hazelnuts, baked apple, mature oak and delicate baking spice.

Finish: Exceptionally long, elegant and harmonious with lingering fruit, oak and gentle spice.

Why You'll Love It

• Rare vintage Pays d'Auge Calvados from Normandy

• Distilled from the 1973 harvest

• Produced by the renowned Maison Christian Drouin

• Double distilled in traditional copper pot stills

• Matured for decades in French oak casks

• Exceptional collector's release

• Best enjoyed neat

Food Pairing

Pairs well with:

• Apple tarte Tatin

• Camembert

• Roasted hazelnuts

• Crème brûlée

• Dark chocolate

• Walnut tart

Recipe

Classic Calvados Serve

Ingredients

• 45ml Christian Drouin 1973 Pays d'Auge Calvados

Method

Pour into a tulip-shaped spirit glass and allow the Calvados to breathe for several minutes before sipping slowly to appreciate its refined aromas and remarkable complexity.