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Calvados: The Spirit of Normandy Hardcover – November 1, 2011

by Charles Neal (Author)

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Calvados, the incomparable pear and apple-based brandy from Normandy, France, has a history dating back nearly 500 years. While not as well-known as Cognac or Armagnac, Calvados holds a dear place in the hearts of many spirits lovers. In this comprehensive study, famed spirits writer and author Charles Neal, takes the reader on a back road voyage throughout northern France, from mount Saint Michel to Rouen to Omaha beach and the small, hidden hamlets of the Orne. The history of the region and its distinctiveness in France are fully defined and all of the factors that go into making quality Calvados are explained, from the various soil types, apple and pear varieties, and cider production to its distillation and aging in barrel. Complete with biographies and reviews of more than 200 producers and illustrated with lush, evocative photography of the Norman countryside, Calvados is an indispensable guide for the serious spirits connoisseur and nectar for Francophile souls.

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766 pages
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English
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Wine Appreciation Guild
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November 1, 2011
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7 x 1.8 x 9 inches
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061544640X
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978-0615446400
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Calvados is an astounding 700-page stroll through the history and culture of Normandy and Calvados producers, through orchards and cellars, down to seemingly esoteric details, like what a producer might have scribbled in chalk on a typical barrel. Mr. Neal looks at the multitude of different apples, from sweet to acidic, that might go into a producer s blend. --Eric Asimov, New York Times (Nov. 2, 2011)

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Charles Neal is a leading importer of French spirits and is the author of Armagnac: The Definitive Guide to France’s Premier Brandy and has contributed to The Art of Eating and The International Wine Cellar.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wine Appreciation Guild (November 1, 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 766 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 061544640X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0615446400
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.2 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1.8 x 9 inches

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Kevin Guernier

landmark Calvados book

Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2017

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not only extensive coverage of the beverage but also includes much information on the history, culture, and foods of the region. A lavishly produced (but non-coffee table) volume. Can be used as a proxy for cider, as the producers are largely the same. Despite the length & scope of the book (with the author drinking his way through most of Normandy), not every producer is covered: it includes Bertrand Dupont and Francis Dupont, but not Etienne Dupont; thus a great book but not (quite) perfect.

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Joseph V. Coniglio

Cover UPSIDE DOWN? Took some getting used to...

Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2018

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I paid top dollar.... over $120 for this out of print book. It arrived with the cover bound UPSIDE DOWN. It was a defect book from the printer. If I resell it I will have to disclose the problem and offer it at a steep discount. Was not inspected by Goodwill LA.

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Luckywales

Wonderful book. For me it hit the right balance ...

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2015

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Wonderful book. For me it hit the right balance of nerdy details and fun backgrounds that might interest other people in conversation. If their eyes glaze over, you need to stop talking.

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Manfred

An excellent reference

Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2014

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Everything you could possibly want to know about Calvados and its producers written in an entertaining but informative style. Information on everything from the producers, production, the cows that graze under the apple trees and which Calvados to drink with which movies!

I've been a fond drinker of Calvados for many years and have been lucky enough to visit Normandy many times. This book has taught me many of the nuances of this wonderful digestif and I now understand why I like my favourite producer as much as I do.

Essential reading for anyone who enjoys a Calvados.

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J. Turk

Read and enjoy.

Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2017

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A great book! Even greater wit a sample!

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Dr. F. L. Wiswall

Simply excellent!

Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2016

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Simply excellent!

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GramFall4

Beautiful Book

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2015

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This book is huge and packed full of information, beautiful photos and anecdotes. It's more than just a few pretty pictures, and is more of a complete overview of Calvados' history, as well as the history of the region. This book makes me impatient for our next trip - we only have one bottle of calvados left!

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2015

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Very in depth!

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Martin

Grat book but damaged cover.

Reviewed in Germany on October 14, 2020

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The content of the book has been researched with great effort. It's fun to read. You will be informed not only about calvados but also about cows, meat, cheese and other things from Normandy. Unfortunately almost all corners of the cover were badly damaged. Therefore deduction for the stars.

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