Review of the year!

There’s a cider lover going by the handle @scrumpycanadian … and here’s what he had to say after drinking some lovely Terroir!

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Scrumpy – come by anytime, there’s a case here somewhere with your name on it! 😉

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This Quebec Heritage Cider immediately announces its presence with a very lively upon opening character, pouring a beautiful, pale golden hue into the glass. The effervescence is persistent and abundant, making it clear this is not a still cider but a joyous, fully sparkling expression of one.
The nose is rustic and inviting. The primary aromatic signature is a rich, evocative note of fermented apple mash, which speaks to the high sugar and aromatic content of the classic eating apples used (McIntosh, Cortland, and Lobo). This foundational fruitiness is elegantly overlaid with subtle farm-wood scents, suggesting either a gentle aging process, the influence of old-vine tannins, or a natural, slightly wild fermentation that adds complexity and earthiness. Crucially, the minimal alcohol on the nose keeps the focus entirely on the delicate apple aromatics, hinting at a lower-proof, highly refreshing experience.
On the palate, the cider is dry and immensely approachable. The brightness of the high acidity (a characteristic of the Cortland and McIntosh blend) cuts through the rich, fermented apple flavors, resulting in a crisp, clean finish. The persistent bubbles elevate the texture, giving it a light, mouth-cleansing structure.
This is a cider explicitly built for the table. Its bone-dry finish, combined with the structural acidity and cleansing effervescence, makes it an ideal counterpart for rich, savory textures. It is perfectly suited to be the centerpiece of a cheese and charcuterie board.