The Calistoga Star XO 10 Years Old California Brandy
CATEGORY: Brandy
AWARD CLASS:California Brandy
Origin:California, USA
Retail Price: $125
ABV:41.5%
2024Best in Show Winner
CHILLED
NEAT
IN COCKTAILS
CULINARY
HOW TO SERVE
Serve neat or chilled over ice. This Brandy is asking to be used in a classic Brandy and soda in a tall glass.
X-FACTOR
The judges loved the complexity and richness of this California Brandy.
TASTING NOTE
Bright, medium chestnut color. The aromatics are very intense, presenting scents of stone fruit, black cherry, and clay with supporting notes of sandalwood, leather, orange, and caramel. The palate is in full accord with the nose delivering a black cherry-driven core with flavors of sandalwood, orange peel, and oak. The finish is long. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a rich texture.
90 points/Double Gold|VALUE GRADE — C