Ge Massenez Eaux-De-Vie De Poire Williams Prisonniere

Name: Ge Massenez Eaux-De-Vie De Poire Williams Prisonniere
Brand: Ge Massenez
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750 ML

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Massenez Eaux-De-Vie De Poire Williams Prisonniere is a masterpiece in the realm of fruit brandies, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of Maison Massenez. This clear and colorless Eau-de-Vie captivates with its brilliance, embodying the essence of Williams Pears. A supple and fluid spirit, it stands as a testament to the meticulous selection of original fruits and the delicate distillation process that defines the Massenez approach to fruit brandy production.

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Tasting Notes

The color of this Eaux-De-Vie is clear and colorless, maintaining the characteristic brilliance of high-quality fruit Eaux-de-Vies. The nose is a clean and typical representation of Williams Pear, free from any unusual notes. The intensity of the aroma is a testament to the quality of the original fruit selection and the delicate distillation process. The bouquet is very fruity, with a long-lasting and truly inviting presence. On the palate, the rounded grain of the pear is prominently noticeable, delivering a tactile and flavorful experience. A very intense floral note adds great freshness, creating a vibrant and dynamic profile. The intensity of the fruity notes unfolds, transitioning from the perception of fresh fruit to the richness of ripe fruit, evoking marmalade or jam. The experience concludes with a very prominent spicy endnote, complemented by a hint of liquorice that is typical of Williams Pear.

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Bottle details

Type	Fruit Brandy
Brand	Ge Massenez
Producer	G.E. Massenez
Origin	Alsace, France
Strength	40% ABV (80 proof)
Bottle size	750 ml
Made from	Williams pears

Why Liquor Geeks recommends it

This is a clear, unaged fruit brandy from Alsace, distilled by G.E. Massenez from Williams pears and bottled at 40% ABV. It is a pure expression of the fruit. The nose is clean and unmistakably Williams pear, intense and long-lasting, while the palate shows the rounded, grainy texture of pear flesh alongside a vivid floral freshness. The fruit deepens as you sip, moving from crisp fresh pear toward something closer to pear jam or marmalade, and the finish closes on a pronounced spice with a touch of liquorice. It suits the curious drinker discovering eau-de-vie for the first time as much as the enthusiast who keeps a shelf of French fruit spirits, and it shines most as a slow, slightly chilled digestif. With no cask influence to lean on, a spirit like this depends on fruit selection and careful distillation. That clarity is exactly why we carry it: it tastes like the orchard, not the barrel.

Pairs well with

Poached pears or pear tart — The spirit's ripe, marmalade-like pear notes echo the dessert and deepen its fruit.
After-dinner digestif — Its bright floral freshness and spicy finish make a lively, clean close to a rich meal.
Spiced gingerbread — The baking spice and liquorice on the finish pick up the warm spices in the cake.

Questions about this bottle

What is a Poire Williams eau-de-vie?

Eau-de-vie is a clear fruit brandy, and Poire Williams is the style made from Williams pears. This bottling from G.E. Massenez in Alsace, France, is unaged, so it is clear and colorless and the character comes entirely from the pears and the distillation.

What does it taste like?

Expect a clean, intense Williams pear nose that lingers. The palate shows a rounded, grainy pear texture and a strong floral freshness. The fruit moves from fresh pear toward ripe, jam-like richness, and the finish ends on a prominent spicy note with a hint of liquorice.

How should I serve it?

Sip it on its own from a tulip-shaped glass, slightly chilled, to bring out the aromatics. It makes a fine digestif. It also works in cocktails that call for ripe, aromatic pear character, or as a base for creative mixology.