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Description
This fine VS Calvados is made from organic cider distillation from both sweet and bitter fruits, giving balance. Aged in oak barrels for 2-3 years, it emerges fresh and appley with complex aromas and delicious smooth and deep ‘tarte tatin’ flavours.
About the Estate
The name Claque-Pepin comes from a type of apple variety, which when ripe, rattles when shaken. It translates to the 'seeds (pepin) that rattle (claque)'. The property is located in the 17th century farm next to the ancient Château of Serans, formerly the family estate of the Louvet family. Claque-Pepin officially began 13 years ago, however, the current owner, Benoit Louvet, has been immersed in the world of distilling and aging for many years. He began his “apprenticeship” fairly young with his grandfather Vital. After working for a few other Calvados producers as a cellar master, he decided to start his own artisanal production and perpetuate the art of Calvados, cider and poire making, while respecting the Normand traditions and the environment.
Reviews
I have spent quite a lot of time in Normandy and tried many Calva, this is a great example and I would highly recommend it! The VS is younger so fresher in test compared to the Vieille Reserve and has wonderful aromas of rich apples balanced superbly well, if you're looking for a place to start with Calvados look no further and try this.
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