2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

The Calistoga Star XO 10 Years Old California Brandy (United States), 41.5% abv, $125.00, 750 ml

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Extraordinary,
Ultimate Recommendation

Tasting Note:

This brandy shows ripe stone fruit of yellow peach and red plum with milk caramel and loads of cask spices like allspice and pink peppercorn. Rich and velvety, there are more caramel notes like pecan pie and flan, with vanilla, clove, and nutmeg.

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