The Calistoga Star 7 Years Old California Brandy
CATEGORY: Brandy
AWARD CLASS:California Brandy
Origin:California, USA
Retail Price: $75
ABV:42.5%
2024Best in Show Winner
CHILLED
NEAT
IN COCKTAILS
CULINARY
HOW TO SERVE
Serve neat or over ice — we love it in a classic Sidecar.
X-FACTOR
The judges loved the length of palate and the careful balance of flavors, as well as the versatility at the bar.
TASTING NOTE
Bright, light chestnut color. The aromatics are very intense, giving scents of chalk, leather, and baking spices with supporting notes of sandalwood, orange peel, and earth. The palate echoes the nose delivering an earth-driven core with flavors akin to leather, black pepper, mineral, and roasted nuts. The finish is long and lingering. Medium to full-bodied with a velvety texture.
91 points/Double Gold|VALUE GRADE — C