{"id":2055,"date":"2023-01-18T14:01:24","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T19:01:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp190394.wpdns.ca\/a-propos\/"},"modified":"2026-08-19T13:46:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T17:46:00","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cidreriebilodeau.com\/en\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About us<\/h1>\n

THE BILODEAU, enthusiasts<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
Visit us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\"Cidrerie\"<\/span><\/div>

Cider House \/ Distillery<\/h3>

This is where apples are turned into juice, cider, and spirits\u2014from harvest to bottling.<\/p>\n

Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

\"Verger\"<\/span><\/div>

Orchard<\/h3>

A variety of 10 apples available on an absolutely remarkable site. A place to discover or come back to. A place to discover or come back to. <\/p>\n

Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

\"Boutique\"<\/span><\/div>

Shop<\/h3>

To taste and obtain our famous ciders and our products derived from apple or maple.<\/p>\n

Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The first years<\/h3>\n

In 1978, Micheline and Beno\u00eet Bilodeau answered the call and purchased a plot of land in Saint-Pierre on \u00cele d\u2019Orl\u00e9ans with the goal of growing apples\u2014undoubtedly Quebecers\u2019 favorite fruit.<\/p>\n

With the assistance of their daughter Jos\u00e9e and son Claude, they plant a grove of dwarf and semi-dwarf apple trees in the same year (1980). The orchard would cover six hectares and number more than three thousand trees producing at least ten varieties of apples. <\/p>\n

Since 1985, in the fall season, the majority of the apple yield is sold using the U-pick method.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A big turn<\/h3>\n

In 1990, a major shift began, and a large building was constructed to process apples and produce cider. Here we find the kitchen, the press room, the fermentation room, the refrigerated room and the sales kiosk. Following this construction, an apple pressing service is offered to the pomologists of Orleans Island. <\/p>\n

In the fall of 1995, the company broke new ground by establishing the first cidery on \u00cele d\u2019Orl\u00e9ans. In 1997 the marketing of ciders and cider vinegar would begin. Since this time, the family has made much progress and now offers a large variety of ciders: ice ciders and derivatives of which they hold great pride. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

A New Step<\/h3>\n

Following the pandemic, the winery was completely rebuilt and reopened in the spring of 2023. Visible to visitors from the outside, it marks a new chapter in the company\u2019s history. <\/p>\n

In June 2024, the Bilodeau family began producing spirits. Their first gin, made entirely from apples and available in three sizes, is now on the market. True to its spirit of innovation, the company is already working on new projects that will expand its spirits lineup in the coming years. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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ABOUT US<\/h5>\n

Hard work<\/h2>\n

Over the years, he and his spouse develop new products Apple must, jellies, mustards, maple products and other ciders quickly gain public favor and receive gold and silver medals. <\/p>\n

These novelties have brought about better exposure and profits to the family enterprise, which expands year after year.<\/p>\n

It is with great determination and enthusiasm that Claude and Sandra arrive at work each morning. Their sincere wish is that their three children will, in turn, have a love of the land and that they also will innovate as their parents and grandparents have done and still do today. This is a passion they hope will be shared generation after generation.<\/p>\n

No doubt they will communicate their enthusiasm to you and that you will leave with the taste of earth in mind and a tasty taste of apple on the palate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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CIDRERIE VERGER BILODEAU<\/h5>\n

Cider production<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The Cidrerie Verger Bilodeau<\/a> never stops innovating in order to offer you high quality products. Being the first cider house created on the Island of Orleans, our goal is to offer you a wide variety of ciders as well as ice ciders. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Apple picking<\/h4>

The apples used for our ciders are picked from our orchards on \u00cele d'Orl\u00e9ans. Ces derni\u00e8res sont s\u00e9lectionn\u00e9es avec soin par notre \u00e9quipe. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Filtering<\/h4>

The harvested apples are pressed in order to obtain a first quality and pure juice.<\/p>\n

In order to get to the cider, the liquid must be filtered. In addition, this filtered liquid ensures impeccable product quality. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Fermentation<\/h4>

The pressed apple juice is then transferred to the cold fermentation room to maximize the flavors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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\"L'embouteillage\"<\/span><\/div>

Bottling<\/h4>

Finally, the cider is bottled in our bottles corresponding to their effigy. It is then sold in stores, newsstands and online. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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CIDRERIE VERGER BILODEAU<\/h5>\n

Our locations<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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CIDRERIE VERGER BILODEAU ET DISTILLERIE<\/h5>\n

418 828-9316<\/a><\/h4>\n

1868 Chem. Royal, Saint-Pierre,\u00a0QC\u00a0G0A\u00a04E0<\/p>\n

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HEURES D\u2019OUVERTURE DU VERGER<\/span>
Fin Ao\u00fbt \u00e0 Mi-Octobre : 9h \u00e0 17h<\/p>\n

HEURES D\u2019OUVERTURE DE LA BOUTIQUE<\/span>
Janvier et f\u00e9vrier : Horaire r\u00e9duite
(contactez-nous avant de vous d\u00e9placer)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Mars - Avril : 10h \u00e0 16h
Mai : 10h \u00e0 17h
Juin \u00e0 Mi-Octobre: 9h \u00e0 18h
Mi-Octobre \u00e0 D\u00e9cembre : 10h \u00e0 17h<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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KIOSQUE AU GRAND MARCH\u00c9 DE QU\u00c9BEC<\/h5>\n

418-692-2517 poste 208<\/a><\/h4>\n

220 Blvd Wilfrid-Hamel, Qu\u00e9bec, QC G1L 5A7<\/p>\n

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HEURES D\u2019OUVERTURE DU KIOSQUE<\/span>
Lundi au vendredi : 9h \u00e0 18h
Samedi et dimanche : 9h \u00e0 17h<\/p>\n

25 d\u00e9cembre et 1er janvier : FERM\u00c9
26 d\u00e9cembre et 2 janvier : 12h \u00e0 17h<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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CONTACT<\/h5>\n

Sales outlets throughout Quebec<\/h2>\n

If you are not close to the Quebec region, don't worry! We are in several businesses across Quebec. Find the point of sale that best suits you to find a selection of our products. <\/p>\n

Store directly online<\/h4>\n

Shopping online is one of the easiest ways to purchase our products. All our products are offered on our online store. <\/p>\n

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ABOUT OUR PRODUCTS<\/h5>\n

Our awards and distinctions<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Le Petit Bonheur<\/h4>\n
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DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n

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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
PRIX DU PUBLIC
2018 | 2013<\/p>\n

2026
NATIONS CUP<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2023 | 2021 | 2019 | 2017<\/p>\n

SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2018<\/p>\n

PRIX DU PUBLIC
2017 | 2016 | 2014<\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP
2009<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2018<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Nectar de Glace (Ice cider)<\/h4>\n
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GRAND GOLD MEDAL
<\/strong>Best in class<\/p>\n

3rd position GLINTCAP
2024<\/p>\n

2026
NATIONS CUP<\/p>\n

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DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n

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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
WINE ALIGN
2018<\/p>\n

SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2018<\/p>\n

PRIX DU PUBLIC
2012 | 2010<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
WINE ALIGN
2019<\/p>\n

GLINTCAP
2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2018<\/p>\n

PRIX DU PUBLIC
2018 | 2016 | 2015<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Fascination<\/h4>\n
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DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
Best in class<\/p>\n

1st place GLINTCAP
2021<\/p>\n

SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n

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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
PRIX DU PUBLIC
2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2013 | 2010<\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP
2009 | 2002<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL
<\/strong>GLINTCAP
2023<\/p>\n

PRIX DU PUBLIC
2018 | 2012<\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP
2004<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2022 | 2018<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Sparkling Nectar de Glace<\/h4>\n
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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
PRIX DU PUBLIC
2013<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
PRIX DU PUBLIC
2014 | 2011<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Special Reserve of Ice Cider<\/h4>\n
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GRAND GOLD MEDAL
<\/strong>Best in class<\/p>\n

3rd place in the GLINTCAP
: 2026 | 2025 | 2023<\/p>\n

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DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n

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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2021 | 2019<\/p>\n

2026
NATIONS CUP<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
PRIX DU PUBLIC
2018<\/p>\n

SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2018<\/p>\n

GLINTCAP
2017<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
WINE ALIGN
2019<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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La Tentation (Strawberry cider)<\/h4>\n
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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong><\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP 2026<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2023<\/p>\n

PRIX DU PUBLIC
2017<\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP
, 2004 | 2002<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2021<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The effervescent<\/h4>\n
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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong>
SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n

GLINTCAP
2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2018<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2019<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Le Framboisier (Raspberry Mistelle)<\/h4>\n
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DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
SEATTLE CIDER AWARDS
2019<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Reflet de cassis<\/h4>\n
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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong><\/p>\n

2026 NATIONS CUP<\/p>\n

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SILVER MEDAL
GLINTCAP
2024 | 2021<\/p>\n

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BRONZE MEDAL<\/strong>
GLINTCAP
2023<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Le Saint-Pomme<\/h4>\n
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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
NATIONS CUP
2025<\/p>\n

Best in Class
2nd place GLINTCAP
2026<\/p>\n

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GOLD MEDAL<\/strong>
NATIONS CUP
2026<\/p>\n

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SPECIAL MENTION<\/strong>
NATIONS CUP
2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Amber Maple Syrup<\/h4>\n
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SILVER MEDAL<\/strong><\/p>\n

NATIONS CUP 2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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