Givre
Apple "sweet wine"

This non sparkling "sweet wine" from apples, low in alcohol, has unique aromatic richness and sweetness. Domaine Dupont exclusive. Givre won a prize at the Innovative Food from Normandy competition.

Terroir

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

Varieties

60% of bittersweet apples
40% of acid apples

Harvesting

from October to November

Bottling

July

Residual Sugar

128 g per liter

Alcohol cont.

10% vol.

Techniques used

The cider ferments in stainless steel vats. If calvados is made by double distillation (high temperature extraction), Givre is made by cooling the cider to very low temperature. At these temperatures, crystals of ice form. They are separated from the liquid, which is thereby enriched with sugar, alcohol and body. Eight stages of chilling are needed in order to obtain Givre.

Tasting notes

Eyes: Deep gold, coppery reflections, slightly mahogany.
Nose: Caramelized apple, with notes of honey and dried fruits.
Mouth: Fresh and rich attack. Nice balance between acidity, serosity, aromas of caramelized apples and candied black fruits. Finale is fresh.

Nutrition

No sugar added. No gluten.

Suggestions

Storage: Keep the bottles upright or lying down in a cool cellar (8 to 12°C, 46 to 54°F ). Givre keeps a long time. After opening, keep cold and drink within a week to avoid any trace of oxidation.
Service: Serve chilled. Goes with blue cheese, desserts made with apples (Tart Tatin, crumble), nuts, chocolate or red fruits.

Press comments

Challenge Best French Wine & Spirit for Asia: Gold medal

Bottle type: 37,5 cl