Eau de Vie de Poire William 2015 from a Secret Distillery in Alsace, Rested in Demijohns for 9 years, 45% ABV, only 200 bottles, 500ml
« Loudly singing and laughing on an Alsace promenade at summer’s end, dodging the juicy chaos of pears left behind from a wild kid’s brawl. »
Colour: Clear
Nose: The pear bursts out from the first notes, combining the freshness of a crunchy pear with the sweetness of an overripe pear. The grain of the fruit is melted, sprinkled with a hint of almond powder, creating a soft, enveloping sensation. The whole is very luscious, evocative of pear drops, with a subtle sweetness reminiscent of syrup. The evolution of this eau de vie is evident in the nuances of cooked and even dried pear.
Palate: An explosion of freshness on the palate, with a sharp pear attack, joined by a hint of minerality, reminiscent of flint, and a hint of pepper. You're transported straight back to a hike in the Vosges, with impressions of fresh mountain air, enhanced by a hint of salt. Hints of citrus zest add a lovely vibrancy, while the delicious roundness of the pear compote and pear syrup is revealed. The texture is oily, almost honeyed as time goes on, adding depth and richness.
Finish: The finish is long, very long! Fresh and brilliant, with a pear sorbet at the head, followed by mineral touches. A pear concentrate reminiscent of freshly squeezed pear juice and a hint of salt persist, giving way to notes of roasted pear enhanced by a delicate mountain breeze.
Conclusion: Tasting this Eau de Vie will transport you to the heart of a hike in Alsace, in the Vosges mountains, where it matches perfectly with the fresh mountain air, sublimating each sip thanks to the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Years of rest have given it a particularly rare texture!