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  Grade: XO  
Logis de Montifaud XO

Logis de Montifaud
(Christian Landreau) XO
A single year XO, at least 30 yrs old Grande Champagne
40% abv

A round and a exceptional finesse. Flavours of spice and dark chocolate. Very supple and silky, exhibiting all the flavors of Grande Champagne Cognac. Only X.O. ever to be awarded a Platinum Medal in the World Spirits Championship.

 

  Grade: XO  

Domaine du Buisson
XO
50 yrs old
Triple "S" / Borderies
43% abv

Rich aromas of dried autumn fruits, brown spices, oak, and dark buttery caramel. A rich entry leads to a vibrant, smooth full-bodied palate with buttery toffee, dark raisins, and peppery spice. Finishes with a long dry woody fade of ashy minerals, dried fruit, and peppercorns. A dry, elegant Cognac that is a perfect choice with cigars. Winner Gold Medal, International Review of Spirits Award.

Domaine du Buisson

 

  Grade: XO  
Hardy

Hardy
Perfection
Blend / Grand Champagne
41% abv

Vines date back to the 1870's, the Pre-phylloxera days. Its grapes are composed of a 100% French Colombard and this eaux-de-vie is pure and unblended at a natural strength of 41% volume. Hints of chocolate and coffee, big oak and great balance adds to the complexity. A rare Cognac for those who demand the finest. When perfection is gone, c'est fini, for it can never be duplicated.

 

  Grade: XO  

Pierre de Segonzac (Ferrand)
Selection des Anges
30 yrs old
Triple "S" / Grande Champagne
40% abv

The aromas are rich with oaky vanilla and chocolate with a hint of curry, then jasmine tea, honeysuckle, and walnut appear. The bouquet continues to develop with candied fruit aromas and spicy saffron, ginger, and honey, mixed with nutmeg and cedar wood. Sheer velvet on the palate. The flavours are rich and concentrated, with superb balance. The aftertaste persists for up to 12 minutes.

Pierre de Segonzac (Ferrand)

  Grade: XO  
Hardy

Hardy
Noces d'Or
50 yrs old
Blend / Grand Champagne
40% abv

Moderately full-bodied. Inviting rich, fat aromas reveal a silky, honeyed character with elegant wood and spiced flavors lingering on the finish. A richly textured but gracefully proportioned style. A best buy. Winner Platinum Medal, The Beverage Tasting Institute.

 

  Grade: XO  

Pierre Frappin
Extra Reserve
40 yrs old
Blend / Grand Champagne
40% abv

Very sweet, complex and subtle; old Port mixed with the perform of wooden cigar boxes, typical of the old Grand Champagne of between 40 and 50 years old. Concentrated flavours. Exceptional in length, where the flavours melt together in a complex and subtle blend.

Pierre Frappin

  Grade: XO  
Richard Hennessy

Richard Hennessy
40 yrs old
(A blend of Cognacs from 40 to 200 yrs old)
Blend / Grand Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois
40% abv

Balanced and complex, the rich bouquet slowly releases a succession of aromas that have built up over the years: vanilla, spices, pepper and delicately fragrant flowers. In the mouth, the infinitely refined texture reveals an extraordinary palette of flavors that blends spices, the subtle essence of ripe fruit and the finesse of oak.

 

  Grade: XO  

Marthe
Sepia
30 yrs old
Triple "S" / Grande Champagne
40% abv

Pronounced pickling spice, citrus zest, and faint, buttered caramel aromas. A voluptuous entry leads to a fruity sweet medium to full-bodied palate with dried autumn fruits, brown spice cake, and white pepper. Finishes with a spicy fade of toasted nuts and wildflower honey. A lush, fruity, after-dinner Cognac with a big, rich flavor. Gold Medal winner, Magazine International Review of Spirits Award.

Marthe

  Grade: XO  
Hennessy

Hennessy
Paradis Extra
25 yrs old
Blend / Grand Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois
40% abv

A veritable fireworks display of spices and peppery notes, softened by the fragrant scent of flowers. Finesse and elegance are the major characteristics. Perfectly harmonious in the mouth, Paradis Extra reveals itself to be smooth, full-bodied and long-lasting on the palate. Its force and finesse, plus the delicate flavor of rancio, give it a perfect balance.

 

  Grade: XO  

Daniel Bouju XO
25 yrs old
Triple "S" / Grande Champagne
40% abv

A stunningly multi-layered, complex bouquet with succulent smoky and ripe fruit. Sweet right out of the gate; more pensive, concentrated and soft cheese-like by virtue of the elevated level of rancio. The finish is long and dry to off-dry. A clinic for anyone to learn about rancio. A best buy.

Daniel Bouju XO

Comments and Suggestions:

 
Tue. February 22, 2011 12:58 PM - by: alexandre
I like the list but missing some smaller brands or new products like Conjure. My favorite brand is Hine Cognac. It's an awesome brand with a good availability even in the US
 
 
Thu. September 30, 2010 10:39 PM - by: Andre
Where's the Armangnac? The slutty, slightly overweight sister. And, tho its not Cognac... Germain Robin brandies from California are spectacular! Made from Pinot Noir by a former Cognac distiller, loads of honey, dried currants and spice... Their "VS" knocks the socks of many a Cognac VSOP!
 
 
Tue. July 6, 2010 10:12 AM - by: Kris
The top 3 cognacs are commercially and unacceptably "sweet". Maybe fine for NBA players. And, vanilla is not something I think of as a positive in cognac like in Kelt. As Doug says "If you haven't heard of it it is probably very good"-- Gourmel was tops, but I am not sure anymore. I am a fan of Dom. Giraud which I buy by the case every few months. The Beaulon, a bit wshort in the finish but far better than most out there.
 
 
Tue. June 8, 2010 4:17 PM - by: jacob
Well if you actually travel to france to purchase Remy Martin you don't get any additives, casue I've tried their VSOP US Import and Non Import and there is a HUGE difference.
 
 
Tue. February 2, 2010 9:36 AM - by: Doug
"Stick to Remy Martin, Courvoisier,and Hennessy. These premium brands offer the best in each price range." Ha ha ha, you gave me a hearty laugh! The 100% Folle Blanche 7-year-old Chateau Beaulon will knock the socks off of any of the "big four" Cognacs, until you get into their really pricey stuff. With Cognac, if you haven't heard of it, it's probably very good, and likely devoid of boise additive. Stay away from the big four.
 
 
Fri. January 15, 2010 2:38 PM - by: Westbrow
I love Hennessy Cognac. Find the best cognac at www.bestcognac.net
 
 
Thu. June 25, 2009 12:00 PM - by: Karin Diamond
Stick to Remy Martin, Courvoisier,and Hennessy. These premium brands offer the best in each price range. I admit there are many on this list I have not tried, but have had the sample a wide range of the ones listed. Yes, price matters! Louis X111 is heaven but at what price?
 
 


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