322: The Celebrated Poiré & Calvados of Pacory | FR

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The Pacory Family at Grimaux in Domfrontais

Began in 1939 when Marcel Pacory bought 20 hectres of land with what was called a forest of apple and pears trees. Marcel had three sons Paul, Claude & Marcel and three daughters who were all involved in the operations of the farm which produced both milk products and cider/poiré.

Epiusode 322 Frédéric Pacory 200x300 — Frédéric Pacory

Today, Claude’s son Frédéric Pacory runs cidermaking after his father retired in 1989. The farm is certified organic. There are over 100 hectres (200+ acres) with 800 pear tree and 600 apple trees. All the trees are standard size.

Wife Catherine and son Simon also work on the farm.

Pacory Products

Expect award winning bottles of both cider and poiré plus Calvados.

Poirés
- The ideal! – won first prize in a 2022 Normandy competition
  - There are a number of Poirés to try along with pear juice
Cider
Calvados
Apértifs
- Grim du Poire is a a blend of pear juice and Calvados
Vinegar