Chateau du Breuil Calvados 12 yo, 41%

Introduction

Château du Breuil, nestled in the heart of Normandy’s Pays d’Auge region, has been distilling exceptional Calvados since 1954, embodying centuries of apple brandy tradition with unparalleled expertise and craftsmanship.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Carefully selected Norman apples from the Pays d’Auge region, featuring a precise blend of bitter, bittersweet, sweet, and acidic varieties
• Distillation process: Double distillation in traditional copper pot stills according to the Pays d’Auge method, which allows for greater aromatic complexity
• Maturation: Aged for 12 years in oak casks, including both large vats and smaller barrels, allowing for optimal wood interaction while maintaining fruit character
• Special techniques: Undergoes careful monitoring and occasional racking during maturation under the supervision of Château du Breuil’s master distiller

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of baked apples, vanilla, cinnamon, dried fruits, and subtle oak with hints of floral honey and nutmeg
• Palate: Smooth and round with well-integrated flavors of ripe apples, caramel, oak spices, and delicate notes of almond, leather, and orange zest
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of baked apple, vanilla, and spice, balanced by a pleasant oakiness that provides structure without overwhelming the fruit character

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C) to best appreciate the complex aromatics
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped snifter or Calvados glass to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Excellent as a digestif, served neat after a meal to aid digestion and provide a refined conclusion to dining
• Food pairings: Pairs wonderfully with apple-based desserts, strong cheeses like Camembert or Pont l’Évêque, dark chocolate, or accompanied by a fine cigar

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 41% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Pays d’Auge, Normandy, France
• Certifications/Awards: Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée Calvados Pays d’Auge, multiple gold medals at international spirits competitions

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Château du Breuil 12 Year Calvados represents the pinnacle of Norman apple brandy craftsmanship, offering a depth of flavor that can only be achieved through patient 12-year maturation.

With limited annual production and growing global demand, this 12-year expression remains a sought-after bottle for serious spirits enthusiasts.

Recognized by master distillers worldwide as an exemplary expression of aged Calvados, Château du Breuil maintains strict production standards that exceed the requirements of the AOC Pays d’Auge designation.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Consistently awarded at prestigious spirits competitions, this Calvados has earned its place in the collections of discerning brandy enthusiasts around the world.

Once experienced, Château du Breuil 12 Year often becomes a permanent fixture in personal collections, with many connoisseurs developing a lasting appreciation for its exceptional quality.

Its reception among critics and experts has established it as a benchmark against which other aged Calvados expressions are measured.

From Château du Breuil to You

Every bottle represents the culmination of centuries of Norman tradition, carrying with it the heritage and expertise that the Château du Breuil team has generously preserved for future generations.

The approachable yet sophisticated character of this Calvados reflects the warm hospitality and passion of the Norman people who have perfected this craft.

By choosing this exceptional spirit, you join a community of discerning palates who appreciate authentic, artisanal products with a true sense of place – experience the true essence of Normandy with each carefully crafted sip.