Produced from apple cider pressed in the small Pays d’Auge region of Normandy, this VSOP Calvados is double distilled and aged in oak barrels for at least four years.

This is young Calvados, but well made and quite drinkable. Some aeration is recommended to coax out the fruitier notes and allow some of the earthier character to dissipate. From there, this VSOP develops nicely, with mature apple notes, caramel, pie crust, and vanilla. The finish offers some notes of root beer and cloves, plus some of the rustic lumber character that tends to come with young brandies.

All told it comes together pretty well, offering ample apple flavor at its core, plus a smattering of components that work as nice little companions. A starter Calvados, for sure, but not a bad way to get started with an exploration of apple brandy.

80 proof.

B+ / $35 [BUY IT NOW FROM THE WHISKY EXCHANGE]

Pere Magloire Calvados VSOP

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8.5

Rating

8.5/10

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