A Timeless Apple Brandy from Normandy – Marquis de Saint Loup Calvados AOC Pays D'Auge 1997 Millésime
Marquis de Saint Loup 1997 Millésime Calvados is an exquisite single-batch expression from the prestigious Pays D’Auge region. Distilled in 1997 and matured in former Pommeau oak barrels, this Calvados embodies decades of refinement, offering a rich, full-bodied apple brandy that delights with depth, complexity, and elegance.
Tasting Experience
Appearance: Deep amber with luminous golden highlights.
Nose: Intense aromas of baked apples, ripe cherries, leather, and subtle oak spice.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured with layers of fruit, warm oak, and gentle spice.
Finish: Long, refined, and evolving, leaving a delicate fragrance and a lingering sense of apple richness.
Craftsmanship
Produced in the AOC Pays D’Auge, this Calvados comes from a single distillation batch and aged carefully in old oak barrels formerly used for Pommeau. Every detail of production, from distillation to extended maturation, is managed to preserve the character of the apples while developing rich complexity and remarkable smoothness.
Best Enjoyed
Serve in a tulip glass or small brandy snifter. Warm gently in your hand, let the Calvados breathe for a few minutes, then savor it slowly to fully appreciate the layers of flavor. Ideal for contemplative sipping, tasting flights, or as a rare collector’s addition.
A rare and beautifully aged Calvados that celebrates apple brandy tradition and craftsmanship on Royal Batch.
