Chartreuse "Liqueur du 9e Centenaire" (47% Vol)

TASTING NOTES: Chartreuse "Liqueur du 9e Centenaire" presents a brilliant and captivating color, somewhere between deep emerald and golden amber, hinting at its rich and complex nature. The nose is an intricate tapestry of herbal aromas, marked by the characteristic aromatic profile of Chartreuse liqueurs. Layers of botanicals unfold, including aromatic herbs, spices, and a touch of citrus zest. There's a balanced interplay between earthy and vibrant scents that invite exploration. On the palate, this liqueur showcases a harmonious blend of flavors. The initial sip reveals the herbal backbone that Chartreuse is known for, accompanied by a delicate sweetness that dances on the taste buds. The array of herbs and botanicals creates a medley of tastes, with notes ranging from floral and herbal to slightly medicinal and spicy. The finish is a symphony of lingering flavors that gradually fade, leaving a warm and comforting sensation. The herbal complexity continues to unfold, with a gentle herbal bitterness that lingers on the palate. It's a contemplative and satisfying conclusion to each sip.

FOOD PAIRINGS: Chocolate Dessert | Blue Cheese

BRAND NAME: Chartreuse

The Order of Chartreuse was more than 500 years old when, in 1605, at a Chartreuse monastery in Vauvert, a small suburb of Paris, the monks received a gift from François Hannibal d’ Estrées, Marshal of French King Henri IV’s artillery: an already ancient manuscript from an “Elixir” soon to be nicknamed “Elixir of Long Life”. This hand-written document was probably the work of a 16th century alchemist with a great knowledge of herbs and who possessed the skill to blend, infuse, macerate the 130 of them to form a perfect balanced tonic. It was this elixir that was destined to become the world-famous Chartreuse liqueur, but it would take more than a century before the alchemist’s recipe to reach a definitive formula.