The production process honors traditional Japanese methods: white rice is fermented with 'rice koji' to create a mash
There’s just enough barnyard character to keep it interesting
and a commitment to letting Chenin Blanc speak without cosmetic intervention
it combines the aromatic lift of flor aging with the depth and power of oxidative development
yielding a polished yet terroir-driven wine that reflects Pessac-Léognan’s hallmark elegance and smoky minerality
Avallen, Calvados, NV (700ml) bis-hidden The production process honors traditionalMade in the heart of Normandy from nothing but apples and time, Avallen is Calvados reimagined for a new generation. Distilled from over 40 varieties of cider apples and aged for a minimum of two years in French oak, it skips the caramel coloring, added sugar, and heavy handed aging that define many traditional bottlingsletting the fruit speak with clarity and lift. The result is vibrant and aromatic: green apple, wildflower honey, pear skin, and a