{"product_id":"the-calistoga-star-grape-brandy-xo-barrel-aged-10-yr","title":"The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy Xo Barrel Aged 10 Yr 750mL","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia XO Grape Brandy | 41.5% ABV (83 Proof) | 750mL | Aged 10–20 Years | Barbera \u0026amp; Ugni Blanc Grapes | American Oak \u0026amp; French Oak Aging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL is a premium California brandy from Calistoga Depot Distillery, inspired by the historic brandy tradition of Napa Valley and California wine country. This XO expression is crafted from carefully selected grape-based eau-de-vies aged for a minimum of 10 years and up to 20 years, creating a rich, layered, and elegant brandy with depth, fruit, oak, and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend features Barbera and Ugni Blanc grapes from California’s Central Valley and is crafted using multiple distillation methods. The aging program combines 40% column-distilled brandy aged in used bourbon barrels with 60% alembic-distilled brandy aged in French oak wine casks. This combination creates a profile that balances fruit-forward elegance with oak-derived spice, smooth texture, and a long refined finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 41.5% ABV, The Calistoga Star XO delivers a polished sipping experience with notes of candied citrus, vanilla, nutmeg, stewed cranberries, dried figs, toffee, espresso, and charred citrus. It is ideal for neat pours, after-dinner sipping, elevated cocktails, special occasions, and brandy collectors looking for a premium California-made XO expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCandied citrus and orange peel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVanilla and warm nutmeg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStewed cranberries and dark fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried figs and toffee richness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspresso and roasted depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharred citrus and polished oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLush mouthfeel with smooth texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong finish with fruit, spice, oak, and gentle warmth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium California XO grape brandy from Calistoga Depot Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged for a minimum of 10 years and up to 20 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with Barbera and Ugni Blanc grapes from California’s Central Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend includes 40% column-distilled brandy aged in used bourbon barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend includes 60% alembic-distilled brandy aged in French oak wine casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at 41.5% ABV for a smooth yet structured sipping profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich fruit, oak spice, vanilla, toffee, espresso, and citrus notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAward-winning California brandy with premium sipping appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat choice for collectors, gifting, after-dinner pours, and luxury cocktail service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL is best enjoyed neat in a snifter, tulip glass, or rocks glass to fully appreciate its aroma, texture, and long finish. For a softer pour, serve over one large ice cube and allow the brandy to open slowly in the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can also be used in elevated brandy cocktails such as a Brandy Old Fashioned, Sidecar, Brandy Crusta, Brandy Manhattan variation, or a simple brandy and soda. Pair it with dark chocolate, crème brûlée, dried fruit, roasted nuts, aged cheeses, espresso desserts, cigars, grilled meats, and rich after-dinner dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"true\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star XO tastes rich, smooth, and layered, with notes of candied citrus, vanilla, nutmeg, stewed cranberries, dried figs, toffee, espresso, charred citrus, oak spice, and a long refined finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star XO is made from grape-based eau-de-vies using Barbera and Ugni Blanc grapes from California’s Central Valley.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long is The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO aged?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star XO is aged for a minimum of 10 years and up to 20 years in a combination of used bourbon barrels and French oak wine casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the ABV of The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year is 41.5% ABV, which equals 83 proof.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere can I buy The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can buy The Calistoga Star Grape Brandy XO Barrel Aged 10 Year 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium brandy, California spirits, collectible bottles, and luxury sipping spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE CALISTOGA STAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48630019260641,"sku":"017151915572","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/TheCalistogaStarGrapeBrandyXoBarrelAged10Yr750mL.webp?v=1783448733","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/the-calistoga-star-grape-brandy-xo-barrel-aged-10-yr","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}