Lelouvier, Calvados, 1981 Champagne Celebration 2025 From the top of Volnay's

From the top of Volnay's hillside on steep southeast-facing slopes

aged in ex-bourbon casks before finishing in ex-sherry casks for 2 years

Drink now or cellar 5-8 years

near the Vendicari nature reserve and just 800 meters from the Ionian Sea

Sappy and mineral on the palate

Lelouvier, Calvados, 1981 Champagne Celebration 2025 From the top of Volnay'sLelouvier Calvados from 1981 represents aged apple brandy at its most refineda French classic from the Normandy region where apple and pear fermentation traditions define regional identity. At more than 40 years in bottle, this expression has achieved remarkable oxidative complexity. The original fruit character has transformed into subtle caramel, dried fruit, leather, and mineral nuances that define aged calvados. The 1981 vintage sits at the