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Cognac Thread
ROK:
Anyone enjoy a fine glass of cognac as much as I do? I love scotch but I was looking for more of a cinnamony, fruity drink and found it with my now-beloved Remy Martin Excellence XO, and Henessy XO.
donunus:
I love cognac but I drink too much and don't want to spend several thousand dollars a month on drinks which is the only reason why I don't drink Remy or Hennessy everyday.
CEE TEE:
I LOVE cognac but found some great character in Armagnac.
Specifically Boigneres with 100% Folle Blanche, but traditional blends are preferred by most.
Best Value is Marie Duffaut Hors D'Age. Fantastic for the price!
Keep in mind that batches/years of Armagnac even within the same Chateau will vary wildly.
The two above and sometimes Ravignan will be your best bets and introduction.
There is less distillation and therefore it is a bit more "rustic" and flavorful.
Stick to "Bas Armagnac". That is the region is the best for the wines that are used in the distillation to create Armagnac.
Anaxilus.:
Second Henessy XO, though I prefer/use HINE XO. Have to say Courvoisier VS, VSOP, XO are pretty atrocious.
Anaxilus.:
--- Quote from: CEE TEE on June 27, 2013, 12:44:20 AM ---I LOVE cognac but found some great character in Armagnac.
Specifically Boigneres with 100% Folle Blanche, but traditional blends are preferred by most.
Best Value is Marie Duffaut Hors D'Age. Fantastic for the price!
Keep in mind that batches/years of Armagnac even within the same Chateau will vary wildly.
The two above and sometimes Ravignan will be your best bets and introduction.
There is less distillation and therefore it is a bit more "rustic" and flavorful.
Stick to "Bas Armagnac". That is the region is the best for the wines that are used in the distillation to create Armagnac.
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Such a shame that California has better grapes than France on the whole, but we don't have the 250 years of time invested to make a proper Cognac.
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