Identity
| Producer | Maison Herout |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOP |
| Grapes | Apple |
Tasting
| Aroma | Distinctive tannic structure with fresh pear notes |
| Palate | Structured and tense with beautiful tannic structure |
| Finish | Long finish with fresh pear notes and tannic presence |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| Aging Process | 6 months fermentation in oak barrels previously used for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wine from Burgundy |
| Fermentation | Fermentation of 6 months in oak barrels previously containing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir |
Terroir
| Soil | Deep clay-silt schist soils |
| Vine Age | Average age of apple trees varies from 10 to 65 years |
Interesting facts
| Maison Hérout is a pioneer of organic cider production since 1946 and was instrumental in the creation of the AOC Cotentin in 2016. The orchard covers 10 hectares with high-stem and low-stem apple trees, including rare local varieties such as Rouge de Cantepie. |