G.E. Massenez Pomme en Carafe Calvados Vieux 750mL

G.E. Massenez Pomme en Carafe Calvados Vieux
750mL | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | France | Aged Calvados with Apple in Bottle

Process & Profile

G.E. Massenez Pomme en Carafe Calvados Vieux is a strikingly elegant expression from Normandy, France, renowned for its unique visual and flavor presentation. This aged Calvados—apple brandy—features a whole, hand-picked apple grown inside the bottle itself. The brandy is made from a selection of Normandy apples, double-distilled and aged in oak barrels to enhance depth and smoothness.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Baked apple, cinnamon, toasted oak, floral vanilla
Palate: Ripe orchard fruit, warm spice, soft tannins, gentle wood
Finish: Long and mellow with a lingering apple essence and touch of sweetness

What Makes It Special

• A whole apple grown inside each bottle

• Distilled and aged Calvados from Normandy

• Double distillation for clarity and depth

• A showstopping gift or collector’s piece

• Harmonious balance of fruitiness and oak aging

How to Enjoy

Serve neat in a tulip glass to appreciate its aroma and flavor. Makes a unique after-dinner sipper or an elegant pairing with cheese or apple-based desserts.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the apple real?
   Yes, the apple grows inside the bottle via an age-old horticultural technique.
   

2. What type of apples are used?
   Traditional Normandy cider apples.

3. How long is it aged?
   Aged Calvados ("Vieux") typically sees several years in oak barrels.

4. Is it sweet?
   It's semi-dry, with a natural sweetness from the apple and a smooth, oaky finish.