I was gifted these wonderful accoutrements for Solstice from my sweet Mary! Another level with the ceremonies! I have explored Absinthe since 1977 when I lived on the Swiss border. I have never tried this lovely one... Vieux Pontarlier Absinthe Française Supérieure – 65% (130 proof (pronounced View Pon-tarr-lee-ay) is craft-distilled in Pontarlier, France, the historic Capital of Absinthe, using a Burgundy-grape spirit base, select botanicals and local terroir grown wormwood, considered the finest in the world. It was developed over a period of 5 years at one of the last remaining absinthe distilleries still functioning in Pontarlier by professional absintheur Peter Schaf, using the distillerys original, pre-ban log-book notes and antique alembic stills designed specifically for making absinthe. Vieux Pontarlier was created to highlight the worlds best wormwood while being accessible to neophytes, and makes a perfect Sazerac. Tasting Notes: Vieux Pontarlier is pale peridot green. Slowing dripping ice-cold water produces a lightly green-tinged and billowy opalescent louche. The aroma is fresh, yet slightly briny and spicy with lightly mentholated and cocoa notes. The flavors are multi-layered, the grape spirit provides a complex base for subtle herbal undertones, the anise and fennel are well balanced, highlighting the minty/menthol taste of true Pontarlier wormwood. Awards: 2009 The Spirit Journal - 5 Stars - Highest Recommendation - the first absinthe ever rated at the highest mark. F. Paul Pacult, founder/editor of The Spirit Journal, the worlds most quoted publication on spirits, beer, and fortified wines stated: (Vieux Pontarlier is) The Gold-Standard for the absinthe category 2008 San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold Medal - Best in Class (As of 2014, Vieux Pontarlier remains the only absinthe to have received this, the highest award pairing possible.) 2009 Santé Magazine for Restaurant Professionals - Gold Star August 2008 Esquire Magazine - Top Pick
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 21:43:38 +0000
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