This barrel aged fine Brandy showcases a harmonious blend of 7 to 15-year-old eau de vies, meticulously curated from a diverse array of five distinct grape varietals. This masterful blend not only captures the vibrant essence of the grapes but also embodies the intricate richness derived from extensive maturation.
80 Proof (ABV 40%)
SPIRITS CONNOISSEUR
One of Sam Brannan's more successful ventures in the mid 1860s, the Calistoga Distillery produced over 90,000 gallons of brandy each year. Paying homage to Sam's legacy and one of the first distilleries in California, we present six different lines of spirits that are available for sale online and at participating retailers starting January 2024, and available for tasting at the Calistoga Depot Distillery this Spring. Sam landed in San Francisco with a printing press in tow and started the town's first newspaper, The California Star, which would later herald the news of the Gold Rush and bring Sam his fortune. With his earnings, he purchased 20,000 grapevine cuttings on a trip to Europe with the intention of producing brandy "equal to the finest brandies in France" at his distillery in Calistoga.
AROMA
Toasted oak, orange zest, cinnamon
PALATE
Rich palate with a warming sensation from the alcohol; notes of caramel, plum, walnut and oak
AGING
Cellared for a minimum of 7 years and up to 15 years in a combination of 60% Column aged in used Bourbon barrels and 40% Alembic aged in French Oak barrels
COLOR
Amber
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