{"title":"Domaine Montreuil Reserve Calvados","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Montreuil Reserve Calvados is a beautifully crafted French apple brandy from the heart of Normandy. Made using traditional distillation methods and aged in oak casks, this Calvados offers deep, layered notes of baked apple, spice, and toasted wood. The Reserve expression showcases exceptional balance and refinement, appealing to both seasoned connoisseurs and newcomers to the category. With its rich history and commitment to quality, Domaine Montreuil delivers a spirit perfect for sipping neat, pairing with cheese, or as a luxurious cocktail base. Buy online to experience a true taste of Normandy’s apple orchards in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-montreuil-reserve-calvados-du-pays-dauge","title":"Domaine Montreuil Reserve Calvados du Pays d'Auge","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eA beautifully balanced Calvados that marries orchard freshness with aged depth, \u003cem data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"225\"\u003eDomaine Montreuil Réserve Calvados du Pays d’Auge\u003c\/em\u003e delivers classic apple character, refined spice, and elegant complexity. It’s a versatile, refined expression perfect for sipping neat or elevating cocktails with nuanced fruit and oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"426\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eHailing from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"494\"\u003ePays d’Auge\u003c\/strong\u003e appellation in Normandy, France — the premier terroir for traditional Calvados — this spirit is crafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eDomaine Montreuil\u003c\/strong\u003e, a producer with deep roots in the region’s cidermaking and distilling heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eCalvados du Pays d’Auge must be distilled using \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"782\"\u003econtinuous column stills\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"819\"\u003ealambic charentais pot stills\u003c\/strong\u003e and aged in \u003cstrong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eFrench oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, a process that develops aromatic richness while preserving the purity of the fruit. 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