Christian Drouin Millésime 2001 Calvados is a sumptuous Calvados from the vintage year of 2001. Having undergone a double distillation process it was then aged in old Calvados casks and former Sherry barrels where the eaux-de-vie is enriched by the wood and retains its unique character as the years go by.
From fruity aromas of fresh apples to ripe apples, cooked apples, stewed apples and then dried fruit – the aromatic profile of the calvados is enhanced by floral and spicy notes taken from the wood. Meanwhile, the calvados gradually becomes smoother as the years pass by. It’s down to Christian Drouin and his son Guillaume to decide when the process is complete and the sweet liquid gold is ready for bottling.
The house of Drouin tells a story of passion starting in 1960 when Christian Drouin Senior became the owner of Fiefs SaintAnne on the Gonneville hills, near Honfleur. Once the farm was planted with apple trees, he acquired a hunger to produce his own calvados. For the next twenty years, he did just that going headfirst into the distillation process, before putting the eux-de-vie aside for aging. Ever since the family business has continued to blossom with Christian Drouin Junior and his son Guillaume now at the forefront of production and business management.
Displayed in a suave and sophisticated bottle, the presentation of the Millesime collection features bronzed embellishments including a lions crest which appears to be symbolic of the brand’s company logo. Further bronze details add an even further touch of opulence that contrasts well against the dark glass and black neck of the bottle. An elegant bottle design worthy of its place in even the most discerning of spirits collections.
This well-matured calvados is best enjoyed neat at room temperature or topped up with a drop of mineral water and an ice cube. Serve as a digestive at the end of an indulgent meal and pair with a fine cigar of your choice to prolong the tasting even further.
Bronze Medal, 85/100 IWSC 2021 (UK)
Founded in 1960, Christian Drouin is a celebrated family-owned Calvados distillery in the heart of Normandy. Known for its dedication to quality, the house meticulously crafts Calvados from a variety of apples grown in its organic orchards. With a rich tradition spanning three generations, Christian Drouin has become renowned for producing both young and aged Calvados that captures the essence of Normandy's terroir. The distillery's expertise in aging and blending creates a sophisticated and diverse range of spirits, perfect for those seeking a true taste of French craftsmanship.
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