Louis Roque La Vieille Prune Réserve Imperiale

Louis Roque La Vieille Prune Réserve Impériale is the crown jewel of the prestigious Louis Roque distillery in Souillac, Southwest France. Crafted from carefully selected plum varieties and aged for many years in small oak casks, this Réserve Impériale is a prestige bottling that represents the pinnacle of refinement, depth, and balance. From its rich amber hue to its velvety mouthfeel and elegant complexity, this spirit embodies true craftsmanship. A luxurious digestif for the discerning connoisseur.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Lush and intense, with aromas of stewed plums, candied fruit, fine oak, cigar box, spices, and hints of leather and vanilla.

Palate

Deep and full-bodied. Ripe plums, nuts, cocoa, toasted oak, and delicate spices come together in a creamy, harmonious texture.

Finish

Exceptionally long and refined. Warm, complex, and perfectly balanced, with lingering sweet fruit and soft oak.

Louis Roque

Louis Roque is a renowned distillery located in Souillac, in the heart of Southwest France. Since 1905, this family-owned business has specialized in the artisanal distillation of plum-based eau-de-vie, most famously known as La Vieille Prune. The distillery is celebrated for its commitment to quality, tradition, and aging: the spirits are matured for many years in small oak barrels, developing depth, smoothness, and remarkable complexity. Every step of the process - from fruit selection to distillation to bottling - takes place on-site, ensuring full control and consistency. Louis Roque offers several expressions, including the classic La Vieille Prune, the Réserve L.O.R., Réserve du Centenaire, and the prestigious Réserve Impériale. Each release carries its own personality, yet all are rich in character and craftsmanship. Today, Louis Roque is considered one of France’s leading producers of high-quality fruit brandies, cherished by connoisseurs both locally and around the world.