A newcomer to the PDO cider and perry family

"Perche" completes the aromatic palette of PDO ciders and perries. While other PDO ciders have identities marked by mellowness, freshness or bitterness, "Perche" stands out for its balance of sweetness, bitterness and acidity. It presents fruity notes, a slight bitterness in the middle of the mouth and a note of freshness on the finish.

Adaptation to the late climate

"Perche Cider" is a fine illustration of the adaptation of human practices to natural conditions. The Perche region is characterized by its late-ripening climate. Its oceanic climate is subject to continental influences, resulting in marked temperature swings between hot summers and cold winters, and frequent late frosts. To protect themselves from the effects of frost, growers have over time selected late-flowering varieties. This staggered flowering leads to delayed ripening. Brewing of the apples therefore takes place later in the year, mainly from mid-November onwards. At this time, the cellars are cooler, fermentation in vats is slower and therefore takes longer: 8 weeks minimum compared to 6 weeks in other areas of Normandy.