- Alcohol 6.9%
Altamira – is inspired by Basque Country’s ancient sagardo traditions.
Sagardo means “cider” in Euskara, the Basque language. This cider is our Maine homage to the ciders we love so dearly from Basque Country. The apples for the blend were chosen carefully to aim towards a bright, tart, fruity, and briny profile reminiscent of the ciders we love so much from this region of the world. The blend is fermented spontaneously with native yeast in our giant oak foeder where it also ages for six months. After aging, we transfer the cider to stainless tanks to cold crash and rest for an additional two months before bottling with some light, almost imperceivable, natural bubbles. This unique blend features Ashmead’s Kernel (50%), Golden Russet (20%), Newtown Pippin (10%), Wickson (10%) and McIntosh (10%) apples. This cuvée features notes of tart yellow apples, chamomile, ripe papaya, and finishing with a citrusy twang. Crisp & light—pairing so nicely with a ribeye, wedge of cheese, or a half dozen oysters. Grab a bottle for your next adventure, night by the fire, or to pair with an epic meal.
Notes
This blend reflects the bright, tart, fruity, briny profile that we love from ciders of Northern Spain. Notes of yellow apples, chamomile, ripe papaya, and finishing with a citrusy twang (6.9%)
Maker Name
Absolem Cider Company
Small cider producer making ciders inspired by old-world wine techniques and a sense of place.
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