The 2018 Cidre Friardel blew us away when we tasted it.
It takes cider to a rare level of refinement, singularity, and class.
There are many ciders that we love for their rustic charm, but Lesuffleur works on an entirely different level. Because of its finesse and finely calibrated balance, the only comparison that we can make is with the work of Eric Bordelet.
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Simply put, these are impeccable ciders of the highest order.
Benoit Lesuffleur's family has made ciders in Normandy for generations. In addition to cider, Benoit Lesuffleur represents many of Burgundy's and Champagne's top producers as a wine agent in Paris.
Friardel comes from trees that average fifty years old with flint and clay topsoil over chalk bedrock. The 2018 has a deep minerality and a beautiful cut that perfectly complements the off-dry format. It offers up beautifully clear and precise notes of spice, herbs, and earth.
The Friardel caused me to reassess what I thought was possible from cider. I'm very excited to offer this. It's something I feel strongly that you need to try at least a bottle of.
To order, email offers@crushwineco.com or call the store at (212) 980-9463.
Ian McFadden
Director, Fine & Rare Wine
Crush Wine & Spirits
Special 3-pack pricing, for a limited time. Use Code: Friardel-18