Metté Eau - de - Vie de Poire Williams (Williams Pear) Eau de Vie - Liquid Scout

Metté Eau-de-Vie de Poire Williams (Williams Pear)

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Metté Eau-de-Vie de Poire Williams (Williams Pear)

Metté Eau-de-Vie de Poire Williams (Williams Pear)

Eau de Vie | NV | 42% | 50 cl | France

Cut through the ordinary: here’s a spirit that doesn’t just taste of pear—it unravels like an orchard at dawn, with the snap of green skin giving way to blooms and a surprising whisper of cinnamon and red bean, all riding a wave of texture that lingers dry and dusty on the tongue. This is not mere fruit in a bottle, but a journey from sharp freshness to enigmatic depth, leaving a mark more memorable than sweetness alone.
£63.46
£63.46 £63.90
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Description

Discover the exquisite Metté Eau-de-Vie de Poire Williams, a refined spirit that captures the essence of ripe Williams pears in every drop. This remarkable 50cl bottle, expertly crafted by Metté in France, offers a sensory journey that transcends ordinary fruit brandies, inviting you to savor the essence of an autumn orchard.

With each sip, experience:

  • Tasting Notes: A vibrant liquid echo of ripe Williams pears enveloped in sun-drenched sweetness.
  • Nose: Bright and inviting aromas of fresh, juicy Williams pear, accented by delicate floral and honeyed notes, and a hint of roasted hazelnut.
  • Palate: Bright and fresh, revealing pronounced pear flavors, blooming floral notes, and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel, finishing lightly sweet with a nuanced spicy warmth.
  • Finish: A vibrant interplay of fresh and ripe pear flavors leads to a silky mouthfeel, accented by floral notes and a subtle spicy finish.

This is not merely a spirit; it is a complex journey that unfolds flavors reminiscent of an orchard at dawn, where the crispness of green skin unveils blossoms accompanied by hints of cinnamon and red bean. The texture lingers on the palate, leaving a memorable mark that elevates it beyond sweetness alone.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve neat
  • Serve chilled
  • Incorporate into cocktails
  • Enjoy as a digestif after meals

Storage Advice: To preserve the quality of your Eau de Vie and extend its shelf life, adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Temperature: Store between 10–16°C (50–61°F) in a stable environment.
  • Light Exposure: Keep away from direct sunlight and UV rays.
  • Sealing: Ensure the bottle is tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and oxidation.
  • Bottle Position: Store the bottle upright to maintain the cork seal.
  • Humidity: Maintain around 60–70% relative humidity.
  • Special Storage Tips: Keep in a cool, consistent environment, away from heat sources.
  • Opened Bottles: Reseal and consume within 1–2 years for optimal quality.

Elevate your spirit collection with the Metté Eau-de-Vie de Poire Williams—a masterful creation that transforms the simple joy of pear into an extraordinary tasting experience.
Tasting notes

A liquid echo of an autumn orchard, where ripe Williams pears burst with sun-drenched sweetness. It’s like biting into the fruit itself, but with a whisper of something more, a phantom warmth that lingers like a fading sunset, leaving behind a trace of pure intention.

Nose

Bright and inviting, the aroma bursts with fresh, juicy Williams pear, complemented by delicate floral and honeyed notes, and a subtle hint of roasted hazelnut.

Palate

Bright and fresh with a pronounced ripe pear flavor that unfolds into delicate floral notes and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel, finishing lightly sweet with a subtle spicy warmth.

Finish

The palate reveals a vibrant interplay of fresh and ripe pear flavors, with a silky mouthfeel accented by bright floral notes and a subtle spicy finish.
Key features
Producer Metté.
ABV 42%
Bottle Size 50 cl
Country France
Vintage NV

Dietary Notes

  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Serving suggestions

- Serve neat
- Serve chilled
- Use in cocktails
- Serve as a digestif after meals
Storage advice

For optimal storage of Eau de Vie (such as Williams Pear) apply the following practical guidelines to preserve its quality and extend shelf life:

- Temperature: Store Eau de Vie in a cool and stable environment ideally between 10–16°C (50–61°F). Consistent temperature is more important than the precise point within this range to prevent chemical changes and evaporation.

- Light Exposure: Keep the bottle away from direct sunlight and UV rays as these can degrade the spirit. Store in a dark place or a cabinet where light exposure is minimal to protect the flavor and color integrity.

- Sealing: Ensure the bottle is tightly sealed with its original cork or cap to avoid evaporation and oxidation. Check corks periodically especially if stored in conditions with fluctuating humidity as cork shrinkage can compromise the seal.

- Bottle Position: Store the bottle upright rather than on its side. Unlike wine spirits like Eau de Vie do not benefit from cork contact with liquid and prolonged horizontal storage can damage the cork seal.

- Humidity: Maintain relative humidity around 60–70%. Stable humidity helps prevent cork drying and shrinking which would undermine the seal. Avoid overly humid conditions (>80%) that can affect corks and labels negatively.

- Special Storage Tips for Eau de Vie: Since Eau de Vie is typically unaged or lightly aged and bottle-rested it is less sensitive to temperature fluctuations than barrel-aged spirits but should still be kept in a consistent cool environment. Avoid storing near heat sources or in places with large temperature swings (e.g. kitchens or garages).

- Unopened Bottles: They can be stored for many years if kept in the above conditions ideally in a dark cool cellar or cupboard with stable temperature and moderate humidity.

- Opened Bottles: After opening to reduce oxidation risks reseal tightly and store in the same cool dark place upright. Consumption within a reasonable timeframe (1–2 years) is advisable as quality can slowly degrade once exposed to air.

Following these conditions will best maintain the quality and shelf life of Eau de Vie without flavor loss or spoilage.
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