Based on Paul Cluver Wine Estate, the Elgin Distilling
Company is a very good example of showcasing another strenght of the Elgin
district, fruit produced by product, 2 spirits, an apple and a pears distillate
/ Eau de vie.
My favorite of the two is the Spirits of Elgin Pear Schnapps
(91 points), which is comparable to the best Eau de Vie one may found in
Alsace, Germany or Austria.
The apple distillate is classified as a spirit aperitif and
is barrel aged (83 points) I believe it could do with more concentration as it
appears quite light and evanescent in structure.
Both will however, depending on personal preferences be a good
digestifs at the end of a meal, especially now the winter month are not far
away, they will be the perfect night cap to keep the soul warm filled with
sweet dreams! Get out there and buy a few cases. Great gifting.
