Calvados refers to a geographical particularity of the Norman coast, close to Arromanches, the famous D Day landing point in the calvados county, where two bare cliffs (bold -calva in latin- backs -dorsa) were used by boats as a landmark. Calvados is a cider spirit made with specific apples or pears, some of them being very old varieties. Read More »
A fantastic entry level Calvados from the folk at Chateau de Breuil. They make their own cider and after distillation age their VSOP for a minimum of four years for close control over the flavour of the calvados at all stages of production. A soft but flavoursome spirit. IWSC 2012 - Silver Medal - Calvados
Cracking apple brandy blended from eaux-de-vie aged between three to five years, with a delicious aromatic fresh apple palate and strong vanilla hints.
A superb, long-aged XO Calvados from the prestigious Berneroy producer. An excellent alternative to cognac or whisky as a digestif, this is also a perfect accompaniment to the cheeseboard.
An elegant VSOP calvados from Dupont, aged for a minimum of 4 years in both new and old casks to give a balance of richness and mature spirit flavours.
A Calvados from respected producer Château du Breuil, aged in oak for 8 years producing a light and fruity spirit, with nutty edges. IWSC 2012 - Silver Outstanding Medal - Calvados
An interesting and well-aged cider brandy from the Somerset Distillery - produced in very small quantities and selected to be slightly lighter than their 10 year old.
A well rounded Calvados from Dupont, based in the heart of the Pays d'Auge region. It uses a standard recipe of 30% sweet apples, 30% bitter and 40% acidic to create an easy drinking and elegant spirit.