Chateau de Breuil Calvados Pays D'Auge 15 Years - 70CL

Nestled in the heart of Normandy, the stunning terroir of the Chateau de Breuil estate serves as bountiful backdrop for this most esteemed of Calvados producers.  With a mild, humid climate and clay soil, conditions here are perfect for the all important cider apples that are grown here.  Like apples and like spirits?  It has to be Calvados, it has to be Chateau de Breuil.

Château du Breuil Calvados Pays d'Auge 15 Year Old is a rich, complex 41% ABV apple brandy packaged in a 70CL bottle. It features tasting notes of baked apple, vanilla, and spice, and works well neat or in classic mixed drinks.

Tasting Notes

•    Golden amber color with a deep, rich hue.
•    Fragrant apple bouquet paired with floral hints and old oak tannins.
•    Flavors of baked apples, dried fruits like apricot and quince, and warm baking spices.
•    Smooth, voluptuous character with a long, elegant finish of toasted nuts and vanilla.
Serving and Cocktail Suggestions
•    Enjoy neat in a tulip-shaped glass at room temperature as a traditional post-dinner digestif.
•    Mix into a Breuil Reserve cocktail combining 60 ml of this 15-year Calvados, 20 ml of Cognac VSOP, 15 ml of Crème de Cassis, 10 ml of fresh lemon juice, 5 ml of honey syrup, and a dash of bitters.
•    Serve over a single large ice cube to gently open up the complex wood and spice notes.

Food Pairings

•    Pair with apple-based desserts like tarte Tatin or apple crumble.
•    Match with fine aged cheeses or a rich dark chocolate cake.
•    Complement with desserts featuring grilled almonds, prunes, or caramel.