Cidre Bouché
Naturally Sparkling

Cidre Bouché is created using the traditional method of the Pays d'Auge. Full of fruit and freshness, the taste reveals the aromas of apples and citrus with finesse ("cidre bouché" is a generic term for traditional cider, literally "cider under cork"). Organic cider.

Terroir

Nutrient poor clay and marl soil,
perfect for giving small fruit.

Varieties

50% of bittersweet apples, 20% bitter apples, 30% of acidic apples

Harvesting

from October to November

Alcohol cont.

5.5 % vol.

Certification

Certified as Organic by FR-BIO-09

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Techniques used

Double fermentation in stainless steel vats with indigenous yeasts and total control of the natural effervescence of the cider by resting it in a closed vat before bottling (Closed Tank Charmat method). The cider is bottled unpasteurized between March and April. Density (O.G.): 1060 after pressing, equivalent to 136 g of sugar per litre. 1012 when bottled, i.e. an alcohol percentage of 5.5%.

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Tasting notes

Eyes: Gold color, shiny. Fine bubbles.
Nose: Apple pie, notes of rhubarb and cherry stone.
Mouth: Rich, lovely roundness, aromas of fresh apple supported by aromas of red fruits (crushed raspberry). A beautiful finish balanced between tannins and acidity which adds to the freshness.

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Nutrition

No sugar added. No gluten.
Calories per glass: 65 Cal. (12.5 cl glass)

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(Read also: Tasting Cider)

Suggestions

Storage: Keep the bottles upright in a cool cellar (8 to 12°C, 46 to 54°F ). If well cellared, it can be kept for 5 years after bottling, Because the cider is on its lees, the mouth will improve and become more complex.
Service: Roasted or cold white meat, cheeses and fruit tarts.

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Press comments

Nordic International Cider Awards 2022 : Silver Award
 "Nice cider, good body and intensity, well balanced and complex flavours."
Eric Asimov - New York Times :
"First among my favourites is the Dupont Cidre Bouché..."
Asia Beer Awards 2013 : Gold award
Australian Cider Awards 2011 : "Best in Class" award

Bottle types: 33 cl - 37,5 cl - 75 cl - 150 cl - 20L Keykeg