Product Overview
Christian Drouin Calvados Pays d'Auge Hors d'Âge Coeur de Lion
A true masterpiece of Normandy’s finest apple brandy, Christian Drouin Calvados Pays d'Auge Hors d'Âge Coeur de Lion represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and tradition. Carefully distilled from hand-selected cider apples in the prestigious Pays d'Auge region and aged to perfection in French oak casks, this Hors d’Âge Calvados embodies the depth, complexity, and refinement of Christian Drouin’s legendary expertise.
On the nose, rich and elegant aromas of baked apples, dried fruit, and vanilla mingle with notes of caramelized nuts, warm spices, and a subtle touch of oak. The palate is exceptionally smooth and well-structured, revealing layers of stewed apple, toffee, and dark chocolate, beautifully complemented by hints of cinnamon, roasted almonds, and a delicate floral undertone. The finish is long and lingering, with a perfect balance of orchard fruit, spice, and refined oak tannins.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Baked apples, dried fruit, vanilla, caramelized nuts, warm spices, subtle oak
- Palate: Stewed apple, toffee, dark chocolate, cinnamon, roasted almonds, floral undertones
- Finish: Long and elegant, with orchard fruit, spice, and refined oak tannins
An exquisite Calvados of remarkable depth and sophistication, Christian Drouin Pays d'Auge Hors d’Âge Coeur de Lion is best enjoyed neat as a luxurious after-dinner digestif or paired with fine cheeses and desserts. A true expression of time-honored excellence, it is a must-have for discerning brandy connoisseurs.
