Paul John XO is a grape brandy from Paul John in Goa, made from Ugni Blanc and Bangalore Purple grapes and matured for more than ten years in medium-toasted new French Limousin oak barrels. It is positioned by its makers as India’s answer to Cognac and Armagnac, and its own producer calls it India’s only 100% grape brandy. Bottled at 46% ABV, it has picked up gold, silver and bronze awards across international spirits competitions in 2024.
CHARACTER
Honey: Sweetly honeyed aromas open the nose
Orange Peel: Zest on the nose and through the palate
Chocolate: White chocolate ganache on the finish
Apricot: Part of the fruit layer as it opens up
Almond: Almond paste on the creamy palate
Red Berries: Bitter red forest fruits on the palate
Dried Fruit: Golden raisins and rum raisin sweetness
TASTING NOTES
NOSE- Sweetly honeyed with fresh fig, orange zest and light butterscotch, opening into apricot, mango and passion fruit with toasted oak.
PALATE- Creamy with orange zest, almond paste and subtle black tea, balanced by bitter red forest fruits and walnuts.
FINISH- Medium and creamy, closing on white chocolate ganache and white pepper spice.
