Christian Drouin Calvados 1979 Pays D'Auge 700ml - 1 Bottle

Product Description

Product Description

Christian Drouin 1979 Pays d'Auge Calvados is an exceptional vintage expression produced in the heart of Normandy's prestigious Pays d'Auge appellation. Crafted by Maison Christian Drouin, one of France's most celebrated Calvados producers, this rare vintage is distilled from carefully selected cider apples using traditional copper pot stills before undergoing extended maturation in French oak casks.

After decades of patient ageing, this distinguished Calvados reveals extraordinary elegance, depth and complexity while preserving the vibrant fruit character that defines the finest Pays d'Auge Calvados. It is an outstanding collector's release for lovers of rare vintage spirits.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep amber with rich golden highlights.

Aroma: Baked apple, dried apricot, orange peel, vanilla, toasted oak and gentle baking spice.

Palate: Rich orchard fruits, baked apple, honey, roasted almonds, mature oak and delicate spice with exceptional balance.

Finish: Long, elegant and beautifully layered with lingering apple, spice and refined oak.

Why You'll Love It

• Rare vintage Pays d'Auge Calvados from Normandy

• Distilled from the 1979 harvest

• Produced by the renowned Maison Christian Drouin

• Double distilled in traditional copper pot stills

• Matured for decades in French oak casks

• Ideal for collectors and milestone celebrations

• Best enjoyed neat

Food Pairing

Pairs well with:

• Apple tarte Tatin

• Camembert

• Roasted almonds

• Crème brûlée

• Dark chocolate

• Blue cheese

Recipe

Classic Calvados Serve

Ingredients

• 45ml Christian Drouin 1979 Pays d'Auge Calvados

Method

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