{"product_id":"pere-magloire-vsop-calvados-pays-dauge-750ml","title":"Père Magloire VSOP Calvados Pays d'Auge 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003ePère Magloire VSOP is a Calvados Pays d'Auge, an apple brandy from the most celebrated corner of Normandy, double distilled in pot stills and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePays d'Auge ciders make up only about six percent of Normandy's production, and only they may be used for Calvados Pays d'Auge. Père Magloire double distills that cider in traditional pot stills, which gives this VSOP its exceptional richness and length on the palate, then ages it in oak until it takes on a deep golden-brown color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose is floral and fruity: apple blossom, jasmine and white rose over ripe apple and apricot. The palate brings honey, vanilla and butterscotch with light oak, hazelnut and almond, and the finish lingers on candied apple, vanilla and cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Normandy pour that makes a thoughtful gift for brandy lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalvados is distilled from cider made from Normandy apples and pears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVSOP Calvados must age at least four years in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble pot distillation gives a fuller, rounder spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drop of water opens up the floral apple blossom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs well with Camembert, apple tart or crème brûlée.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it in a tulip glass to gather the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also works as a trou normand between courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it in a hot toddy on a cold evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFans of cognac will find it a fresh, fruity change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a fine introduction to Normandy brandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the bottle upright and away from light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a lovely bottle to open after a long dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple blossom, jasmine, white rose, ripe apple, apricot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, vanilla, butterscotch, light oak, hazelnut, almond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candied apple, vanilla, cinnamon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Père Magloire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calvados Pays d'Auge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e VSOP apple brandy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double distilled in pot stills\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\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normandy, France\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 after dinner, or use it in place of cognac in a Sidecar or a Jack Rose-style apple cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Calvados Pays d'Auge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApple brandy from the Pays d'Auge area of Normandy, made from its own ciders and double distilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it distilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwice, in traditional pot stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApple blossom, ripe apple, honey, butterscotch, hazelnut and cinnamon.\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":68023592386869,"sku":"VWS200429414","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-26717.webp?v=1793662664","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/pere-magloire-vsop-calvados-pays-dauge-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}