Christian Drouin Vintage 1970 Calvados, Pays d’Auge
The Data
Category Brandy
Sub-Category Calvados, Pays d’Auge
Origin Normandy
Retail Price $499
ABV 42%
Score 5 Stars/Supreme!
In the Glass
Appearance
Deep, brilliant copper/amber color.
Aromatics
The nose deftly marries the scents of rich, baked apple and sweet caramel contrasted by vibrant cider notes with accents of cinnamon, vanilla, caramel, red currant, and clove.
Flavor
The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich and decadent apple-driven core with waves of brown baking spices, toffee, red fruits, and rich vanilla cream.
Intensity & Texture
Ideally balanced with great length and weight.
Cool Factor
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Analysis
How to Enjoy
Sip neat in a Brandy glass after dinner or at any special occasion.