Chateau du Breuil Fut No 44 12 Year Old Calvados Pays d’ Auge Single Barrel

The Château du Breuil Fut No. 44 12 Year Old Calvados Pays d’Auge is a single cask expression that showcases the precision and elegance of Normandy’s finest apple brandy. Drawn from Cask No. 44, this bottling offers a unique snapshot of the distillery’s style—where orchard purity meets oak-driven complexity.

Tasting Notes (Single Barrel – Cask No. 44)

Appearance: Deep amber with copper glints, reflecting 12 years of maturation in French oak.

Nose: Bright and expressive, with aromas of apricots, meadow flowers, and pear drops. Underlying notes of baking spices, vanilla, and a touch of oak resin.A hint of dried apple skin and citrus zest adds lift and freshness.

Palate: Medium-bodied and vibrant, with flavors of juicy orchard fruit, caramelized sugar, and spiced pastry. The single cask character brings clarity and focus, with a clean line of apple acidity balanced by toasted oak and nutmeg. Subtle tannins lend structure without overpowering the fruit.

Finish: Long and elegant, with lingering notes of vanilla pod, dried herbs, and a faint earthy dryness. A whisper of anise and bitter cocoa may emerge with aeration.

Style & Craftsmanship

Bottled at 53.8% ABV, offering a richer mouthfeel and greater aromatic lift than standard expressions. Made from Pays d’Auge cider apples, double-distilled in copper pot stills. Single cask bottlings like Fut No. 44 are rare and offer a more intimate look at the distillery’s aging program