Roger Groult, 12YO, Calvados Pays d'Auge Grape_Boal or alongside light appetizers when

or alongside light appetizers when the goal is refreshment rather than contemplation

neutral barrels—aims for a transparent expression of Syrah

You should def add a spoonful to your Manhattans

ensuring no good fruit goes to waste

Roger Groult, 12YO, Calvados Pays d'Auge Grape_Boal or alongside light appetizers whenAt this age we found the most complete, full spectrum expression, balancing the essence of cider with the influence of wood and oxidation. Deep rancio tinged with notions of caramel and baked apple, which carries notions of blossoms and apple essence. In the mouth, the very present wood tannins meld into the texture of apple skin with a rainbow of flavor, from the high register orchard notes to baked apple and earthy spice.