Calvados
Traditional French Calvados is an amber-coloured apple brandy from Normandy. The growing region for Calvados apples and their origin are strictly regulated and are therefore designated by the abbreviation AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée). The apple trees in the green countryside of Normandy, with its mild winters and temperate summers, first exude the beguiling scent of apple blossom. This is followed by the scent of ripe apples and, finally, the aromas that develop as the Calvados matures. Freshly harvested apples are crushed without any additives. After natural fermentation lasting 6 to 8 weeks, cidre (apple wine) is produced. This is double-distilled in stills and matured for at least 2 years in oak casks. The length of the ageing process and the blender’s expertise determine the harmonious flavour of the Calvados.
Calvados Morin 10YO 0.7L
The story of Calvados and the Morin family began in 1889 in the small village of Haye de Calleville in the Risle Valley of Normandy. Pierre Morin succeeded his father and moved the Morin Calvados house first to Brionne and then to Ivry-la-Bataille, a small town in the Eure Valley. Over 200 different apple varieties, sourced from the oldest and most productive trees in the region, can be used to make cider, resulting in a truly unique Calvados. Calvados Morin 10 Year Old is distilled in a column still and then aged for at least ten years in Limousin oak barrels in the historic facilities of the Distillerie de Thélème: a unique establishment with long tunnels driven deep into the chalk hills of the Eure Valley, creating extensive underground cellars. Calvados Morin 10YO reveals an intense golden-yellow color and surprises the nose with a fresh aroma of tarte Tatin, rounded off by light notes of coffee and vanilla. On the palate, it is smooth with a long, gentle, and warm finish. Perfect on ice as an aperitif or at the end of a meal as a digestif.
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Calvados Morin Hors dAge 15YO 0.7L -GB-
The traditional French company Morin has been specializing in the production of top-quality Calvados since 1889. Apples thrive in Normandy, producing the finest eaux-de-vie. The art of Calvados Morin and its cellar masters lies in crafting unique Calvados from the best cider, created through the natural fermentation of apple juice. Morin has built its reputation on this expertise, and each year its Calvados distinguishes itself anew with its elegance and exceptional character. This Calvados Morin Hors d'Age 15YO underwent a long maturation period in Limousin oak barrels, absorbing the wood tannins and developing its magnificent bouquet. It shimmers with a beautiful amber hue. The nose detects fruity notes of ripe apples. On the palate, it is powerful and harmonious with a rounded, full body and well-balanced, well-integrated tannins. The finish reveals fruity notes with a hint of caramelized apple. Calvados Morin Hors d'Age 15YO is an absolute "must-try" in its age group. Gold medal in 2008 and 2014, and silver medal in 2011 and 2012 at the "Concours Général Agricole de Paris".
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Calvados Morin Pays dAuge XO 20YO 0.7L -GB-
Normandy, land of apple trees! The abundance of tannin-rich apple varieties, which are fermented into cider and then distilled into Calvados, gives it its unique and inimitable character. Calvados Morin uses the finest Limousin oak barrels to mature its delicious Calvados. The very long-aged Calvados Morin Vintage 1973 gradually developed its mysterious alchemy, refined aromas, and beautiful mahogany color with copper highlights. On the nose, a subtle balance of smooth oak and baked apple with plum and gooseberry. A delightful clove and nutmeg spice develops, along with licorice, blackcurrant, and blueberry. The palate experiences a beautiful tension from the broad range of flavors, including cocoa, mango, lilac, and violet. The incredibly long aging of Calvados Morin Vintage 1973 is evident in a hint of leather and incense. Its finish is long and smooth with fruit and spice. On the palate, apple peel evolves into Tarte Tatin, alongside oak, almond, and bitter orange. Gold Medal 2011 and Silver Medal 2014 at the "Concours Général Agricole de Paris".
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Calvados Morin PrimEure Apple Spirit 0.5L
The story of Calvados Morin began in 1889. After several relocations, the French company settled permanently in early February 1945 in the historic facilities of the Distillerie de Thélème in the idyllic village of Ivry-la-Bataille in the Eure Valley of Normandy. Spacious underground cellars, where hundreds of small oak barrels could be stored and matured, provided ideal conditions for aging Calvados Morin's high-quality products. This Prim'Eure Apple Spirit is a fine gourmet drink made with apple juice and Calvados Morin. It displays a brilliant straw-yellow color with bronze highlights. The nose offers intense aromas of ripe apples, accompanied by notes of vanilla and apple compote, which are harmoniously echoed on the palate. The mouthfeel is full, rich, fruity, and well-rounded. Prim'Eure Apple Spirit is a typical creation from Normandy and is excellent fresh as an aperitif or as an elegant accompaniment to foie gras on toast.
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Calvados Morin Selection 0.7L -GB-
In northwestern France lies Normandy, a verdant landscape dotted with apple orchards. From the 19th century onward, the cider eau-de-vie produced in Normandy from its many apple varieties was known as "Calvados." Calvados is a French adaptation of the original Spanish word "Calvador," derived from the Spanish ship "El Calvador," which sailed with the supposedly invincible Spanish Armada against England and was wrecked on the Normandy coast in 1588. This Calvados Morin Sélection matured for two to three years in oak barrels specially crafted for the House of Morin, where it developed both its beautiful aromas and its bright straw-yellow color. Delicate and light fragrances waft from the glass, opening into fruit with subtle forest notes. On the palate, it is well-balanced with a fresh mouthfeel. Calvados Morin Sélection is appreciated as a versatile liqueur, e.g., For example, in cocktails, in long drinks, with a good tonic water or in sorbets.
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Calvados Morin Vintage 1973 0.7L -GB-
Aged for an exceptionally long time in this robust, high-quality Limousin oak barrel, the Calvados Morin Vintage 1973 gradually developed its mysterious alchemy, refined aromas, and beautiful mahogany color with copper highlights. On the nose, a subtle balance of smooth oak and baked apple with plum and gooseberry. A delightful clove and nutmeg spice emerges, along with licorice, blackcurrant, and blueberry. The palate experiences a beautiful tension from the broad spectrum of flavors, including cocoa, mango, lilac, and violet. The incredibly long aging of the Calvados Morin Vintage 1973 is characterized by a hint of leather and incense. Its finish is long and smooth with a delicate interplay of fruit and spice. On the palate, apple peel evolves into apple tarte tatin, alongside oak, almond, and bitter orange. Gold medal 2011 and silver medal 2014 at the "Concours Général Agricole de Paris".
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