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- Calvados (UK: / ˈkælvədɒs /, US: /- doʊs, ˌkælvəˈdoʊs, ˌkɑːlvəˈ -/, French: [kalvados] ⓘ) is a brandy from Normandy in France, made from apples and/or pears.
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AOC calvados Domfrontais reflects the long tradition of pear orchards in the area, resulting in a unique [clarification needed] fruity calvados. The regulation is similar to the AOC calvados and the column still is used. A minimum of 30% pears from the designated areas is used.
The apples and pears used to produce this Calvados are grown in damper granite soils in the area around Domfront that reunites communes located essentially in Orne, but also in Manche and Mayenne. This region is characterized by an oceanic climate with a narrow range of temperatures.
Apple and pear cider eau-de-vies from numerous regions in Normandy were granted AOR status under the Calvados name by decree on 9 September 1942.
Sep 14, 2021 · Calvados is made from apples that grow in the legally protected region of origin. This region measures around 200 km from east to west and around 150 km from north to south. Pears may also be added to Calvados. Calvados has a drinking strength of between 40 and 45 percent.
Calvados is a brandy distilled from apple cider or a combination of apples and pears. The fermented juice is usually double distilled to create the base of the brandy, which is then aged, and finally blended.
Aug 10, 2023 · An apple brandy from France, like cognac, calvados is a strictly regional product – it can only be made in Normandy (although it's enjoyed all over the world). Calvados starts as cider (made using apples but also sometimes pears) that is then distilled into a clear spirit – eau-de-vie.
At least 45% of the fruit used to make the Calvados comes from high stem orchards. The ciders for distillation contain a maximum of 30% perry pears. The use of a pot still is mandatory.
