Calvados Morin Napoleon 25 ans, 43%
This is a Calvados from Morin. Morin has been around for awhile, dating back to 1889 in the Risle Valley in Normandy, before their production was ultimately moved to Ivry-la-Bataille in the Eure valley where it continues today. Eaux-de-vie is aged in 300-400 liter Limousin oak casks. This particular Calvados has been aged for 25 years and was bottled at 43%.
Nose: it’s an immediately sweet nose of candied apples, candy corn, caramel. Remember circus peanuts? Light touches of tobacco leaves, sawdust, and gentle spices.
Taste: It seems silly to say, but apple cider comes to mind. Moving on from the obvious. Poached spiced pears. Cherry. Chocolate caramel. Dark honey. Elderberry syrup. The right kind of medicinal here. Y’know, the good quality cough syrup. We get a little bit of the oak coming through here now with some cooking spices - cinnamon, peppercorns. Some light polish notes.
Thoughts: It is perfect at 43% with a rich mouthfeel and long finish. The aroma had me wondering if this was going to be a bit heavy handed in the fruit sugars, but it showed some extra dimension on the palate. A very compelling spirit, overall. Available overseas from the whisky exchange (if they still ship to your state) for around $115. Recommended.
It's a strong B+
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