{"product_id":"pere-magloire-fine-vs-calvados-750ml","title":"Père Magloire Fine VS Calvados 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003ePère Magloire Fine VS is a young, fruit-forward Calvados made from 100% Normandy cider apples, aged at least two years in French oak and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePère Magloire has been distilling Calvados and perfecting the process since 1821, making it one of the oldest Calvados houses in France. It produces authentic, generous apple brandies that have won competitions worldwide, and the Fine VS is the youngest and most vibrant expression in its range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalvados is Normandy's apple brandy. For the Fine VS, cider from carefully selected Normandy cider apples is distilled in a single continuous distillation, which preserves fresh apple notes, then aged for a minimum of two years in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNormandy's apple orchards and cider makers date back as far as the 8th century, and distilling arrived in the 16th. Calvados is defined by both age and geography, with three appellations: AOC Calvados, AOC Calvados Domfrontais and AOC Calvados Pays d'Auge. Père Magloire's older VSOP steps up to ciders solely from the Pays d'Auge, double distilled in pot stills, while the Fine VS keeps the focus on bright, youthful fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelicate and light amber-yellow in the glass, it shows a well-developed fresh apple aroma and a straightforward, distinctly fruity palate, crisp and fruit-forward rather than heavily oaked. It won a Gold Medal at the 2017 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn approachable and versatile introduction to one of France's oldest spirits traditions, it is ideal for both sipping and mixing: try it neat as an aperitif, with tonic, or in a Jack Rose or an apple-forward Sidecar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, well-developed apple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, distinctly fruity apple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Père Magloire, Normandy (since 1821)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calvados, Fine VS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Normandy cider apples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single continuous distillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 2 years in French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat as an aperitif, mix it with tonic and an apple slice, or use it in a Jack Rose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Calvados?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApple brandy from Normandy, France.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt least two years in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is Père Magloire?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe house has been distilling Calvados since 1821.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cognac\"\u003eCognac \u0026amp; Brandy collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Père Magloire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68039696744757,"sku":"VWS200434896","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-30678.webp?v=1793834226","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/pere-magloire-fine-vs-calvados-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}