Expert Reviews
The Wine Enthusiast 97 Points | Hitting all the right notes, this shows fresh apple and vanilla aromas that lead into a rich butterscotch and honey palate. The feather-light finish shows salted caramel, roasted nuts and a flurry of cinnamon and clove.
92 points. Excellent. Highly Recommended Ultimate Spirits ...Show More >
Expert Reviews
The Wine Enthusiast 97 Points | Hitting all the right notes, this shows fresh apple and vanilla aromas that lead into a rich butterscotch and honey palate. The feather-light finish shows salted caramel, roasted nuts and a flurry of cinnamon and clove.
92 points. Excellent. Highly Recommended Ultimate Spirits Challenge | Deep aromas of poached pear, apples and cinnamon. Clean and pure flavors of peach, brown sugar, caramel, and baked pineapple all intermingle on the smooth and full texture creating an overall indulgent effect.
Winemaker Description
The first certified organic calvados available in the U.S. Average 5 years old.
A pale yellow amber with a floral, fruity nose with aromas of iris and nuts. Herbaceous and vegetal on the palate.
Memo Summary Notes
Claque-Pépin officially began in 2005. However, owner Benoît Louvet has been immersed in the world of distilling and ageing for many years. He began his "apprenticeship" fairly young with his grandfather Vital. After working for a few other Calvados producers as cellar master, he decided to start his own artisanal production and perpetuate the art of making calvados, cider, and local Normand apéritifs, while respecting the Normand tradition and the environment.
The Claque-Pépin Organic "Vieille Réserve" Calvados, produced by Benoît Louvet, is a distinguished artisanal spirit that holds the title of being the first USDA-certified organic Calvados available in the United States.
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