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Maison Hérout

Maison Hérout
2017 Grand Cuvée Extra-Brut French Cider

Pair this cider with:
Pork

Category: French Cider

Date Tasted:
Country: France
Alcohol: 5.5%
Organic
92 Points
Gold Medal
Exceptional

Maison Hérout
2017 Grand Cuvée Extra-Brut French Cider

Pair this wine with:
Pork

Category: French Cider

Date Tasted:
Country: France
Alcohol: 5.5%
Golden yellow color. Aromas and flavors of pickled apples, golden kiwi, herb and cheese scone, and jasmine tea with honey with a satiny, crisp, dryish light body and a sleek, refreshing, medium-long finish displaying notes of dried apricot, ginger, toasted pine nuts, and bruleed citrus. A dry, appetizing French Cider with lovely balance and flavor integration.

Tasting Info

Wine Glass Style: Fruity, Funky & Juicy & Smooth
Aroma Aroma: pickled apples, golden kiwi, herb and cheese scone, and jasmine tea with honey
Taste Flavor: Same as aromas with notes of dried apricot, ginger, toasted pine nuts, and bruleed citrus
Sweetness Sweetness: Dryish
Enjoy Enjoy: Now on its own and with food
Recipes Pairing: Tea Smoked Duck, Cassoulet, Baked Ham
Bottom Line Bottom Line: A dry, appetizing French Cider with lovely balance and flavor integration.

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French Cider

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French Cider

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Serve in a Pokal
French-style ciders range in alcohol from 3-10% and are typically full-bodied with lively carbonation and subtle sweetness. This category includes all French-produced and inspired ciders including Normandy-style ciders. These ciders are often available in larger format bottles enclosed with a cork and cage. French-style ciders are more wine-like than most styles, and can be incredibly complex with lively acidity making them a perfect pair for a wide array of cuisines.