Cidre Cuvée parcellaire Cantepie Herout 2019

In the world of wine, it is not uncommon to find single vineyard cuvées. It is much rarer to find in the world of cider, but terroir plays just an important role here as it does in the wine world. This cider has been created from a blend of eight bitter and bitter-sweet Cotentin varieties as well as a dash of Grasse-Langue, a more sour variety. These apple trees are all planted in a plot of land called ‘Cantepie’ which stretches over three hectares. Found on the gentle slope on a hill, it benefits from being south-east facing, getting optimal sunshine in a cold-climate, rainy region. After harvest, the apples are grated, macerated, and then pressed with the help of a traditional press dating back to 1920. Natural yeasts ferment the juice for many months before fermentation is finished in bottles, producing a naturally sparkling cider.
This beautiful yellow-orange cider imparts notes of fresh apple, butter and brioche. On the palate, the sweetness, bitterness and acidity are beautifully balanced before it evolves into a full-bodied finish. A cider to be enjoyed like you would a great wine.