Cidrerie Korrigans - Romain Henin - Brothers of Apple Cider 2024
Born from the collaboration between Cidrerie Korrigans and the Champagne winemaker Romain Hénin, the Brothers of Apple 2024 vintage embodies a unique meeting between two living worlds, that of artisanal cider and natural wines. Cidrerie Korrigans, known for its precise and committed work around ancient apple varieties, shares with Romain Hénin the same philosophy: producing beverages without additives, allowing the fruit and its terroir to express themselves to the fullest. This partnership gives birth to a hybrid and creative vintage, where know-how intersects to offer a contemporary and free interpretation of cider. Brothers of Apple thus fits into a strong artisanal dynamic, at the frontier of genres, driven by a common demand around the living. The 2024 edition reflects this desire to explore new paths, with an identity that is both raw, precise, and deeply expressive.
Made from carefully selected apples, this cider highlights a natural approach without added inputs, faithful to the practices of both houses. Fermentation is spontaneous, carried out thanks to indigenous yeasts present on the fruits, in a logic of absolute respect for the raw material. The work is done without fining or filtration, in order to preserve the texture and aromatic complexity of the cider. The technical philosophy aligns with that of natural wines, with minimal intervention and a search for balance through the fruit alone. The exact aging methods or varietal proportions are not communicated in detail, which reinforces the artisanal and evolving character of the vintage. The result is a living, sincere cider, which fits into a contemporary and committed approach to the product.
On tasting, Brothers of Apple 2024 reveals a fresh and vibrant profile, marked by aromas of crunchy apple, orchard fruits, and light fermentative notes that recall its natural elaboration. The palate is energetic, with fine effervescence and a tension that brings great drinkability. One can perceive a beautiful complexity, between fruity freshness, slightly rustic touches, and a dry, thirst-quenching finish. This cider easily finds its place at the table, accompanying both simple dishes like a galette or bistro cuisine, as well as more modern pairings around vegetables, fish, or cheeses. It will particularly seduce lovers of natural beverages, seeking authenticity and direct emotions in the glass.
