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Cognac

Cognac has long since been heralded as the most revered spirit in the world and its reputation is second to none. It is interesting to learn that Cognac was one of the last regions in France to begin distilling. It was during the 17th century that Cognac production got underway in earnest.

Cognac is produced in the town of Cognac to the very west of France, and it has had a recent surge in popularity among the houses which produce the best Cognac - including Hennessy, Hine, Martell and Rémy Martin – have become household names.

Cognac is distilled from a selection of grape varietals, with Ugni Blanc being the most popular. The first step is to press and ferment the grapes to make wine. It is worth mentioning that good Cognac grapes and good wine grapes are two separate entities, for different qualities are required. Cognac grapes do not tend to make for good wine, because they are rather bitter and acidic, thus a good year for wine may not be such for Cognac.

The wine is twice distilled - as opposed to Armagnac which undergoes a single distillation – before the spirit is matured for at least two years (two and a half years for VS Cognac, four and a half years for VSOP Cognac, six years for XO Cognac, and even longer for Prestige Cognac) in oak barrels.

There are regional distinctions within Cognac and most houses usually blend grapes from multiple sub-regions within the Cognac area. The regions are ringed around the town, and the central regions are the most venerated. The premier cru is Grand Champagne, so named for the nature of its soils.

Cognac is a protected designation of origin (PDO), which means that it can only be made in the Cognac region of France.

Cognac Park VS Carte Blanche

70cl, 40%
Distillerie Tessendier & Fils

VS Cognac must be at least two years of age, though in practice it will contain much older eaux-de-vie. This is the entry level bottle from Park, a house that dates back to the 19th century, and is…  More info

Cognac Park VS Carte Blanche
£34.94

Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac Gift Box

70cl, 40%
Rémy Martin

When buying a bottle as a gift, you need to consider how to present it. Wrapping is a challenge with such an unevenly shaped item, so it's always a blessing when brands release bottles with gift…  More info

Rémy Martin VSOP Cognac Gift Box
£45.94

Frapin 15 Year Old Cask Strength

70cl, 45.3%
Frapin

A Grande Champagne Cognac from Frapin, this 15 Year Old is grown and distilled on the 240 hectare vineyard. The eaux-de-vies are aged in both humid and dry cellars before blending at cask strength,…  More info

Frapin 15 Year Old Cask Strength
£114.99

Cognac Park Borderies Mizunara

70cl, 43.5%
Distillerie Tessendier & Fils

A stunning offering from Cognac Park, produced with grapes grown exclusively in the clay soil vineyards of Cognac's tiny Borderies cru. Intriguingly, the spirit has been treated to four years of…  More info

Cognac Park Borderies Mizunara
£47.94

Fanny Fougerat Cèdre Blanc Extra Old

70cl, 44%
Fanny Fougerat

A well-oaked Cognac from Fanny Fougerat, made with eaux-de-vie which would have otherwise ended up in a blend made by one of the big Cognac houses. Massively impressive stuff.  More info

Fanny Fougerat Cèdre Blanc Extra Old
1
£85.79

ABK6 XO Renaissance

70cl, 40%
ABK6 Cognac

The winner of the Best XO Cognac title at the World Cognac Awards 2017, ABK6 XO Renaissance is another sublime offering from the innovative Cognac house that was bottled in a stylish carafe, which…  More info

ABK6 XO Renaissance
4
£138.95

Bache Gabrielsen VSOP

70cl, 40%
Bache Gabrielsen

This is the VSOP expression from the Bache-Gabrielsen House, created using 20% Petite Champagne and 80% Fins Bois eaux-de-vie. The Cognac from Bache-Gabrieleon is rather popular in Norway, with its…  More info

Bache Gabrielsen VSOP
£33.74

Ragnaud-Sabourin No. 35 Fontvieille

70cl, 43%
Ragnaud-Sabourin

A wonderful unblended cognac from Ragnaud Sabourin, this is made exclusively with spirit distilled from grapes from the Grande Champagne region. Fresh and floral.  More info

Ragnaud-Sabourin No. 35 Fontvieille
4
£172.99

Hine Bonneuil 2006

70cl, 42.8%
Hine

A second vintage of this single estate Grande Champagne Cognac from the excellent Hine, taken from a very small number of selected casks - for the 2006 vintage, only 19 barrels were used, all of…  More info

Hine Bonneuil 2006
£97.32

François Voyer VSOP Cognac

70cl, 40%
François Voyer

Made exclusively with Ugni Blanc grapes from the Grande Champagne, this VSOP Cognac from François Voyer features eaux-de-vie aged for at least 4 years in Limousin casks.  More info

François Voyer VSOP Cognac
7
£55.44

Cognac Park Borderies Mizunara 2004

70cl, 44%
Distillerie Tessendier & Fils

Single-vintage, limited-edition Cognac is always exciting but this one from Cognac Park is particularly interesting. It was distilled in 2004 and initially matured in French oak before Cognac Park…  More info

Cognac Park  Borderies Mizunara 2004
£99.94

Frapin Extra Grande Champagne Cognac

70cl, 40%
Frapin

An exquisite blend of Cognac, taken from the Frapin family's ancient reserves, many of which are well aged. Incredibly indulgent, the Frapin Extra features a nose thick with the aromas of vintage…  More info

Frapin Extra Grande Champagne Cognac
£524.99

Hine Rare VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses

70cl, 40%
Hine

Cognac connoisseurs, check this out! It's a gift pack from the wonderful Hine, containing a bottle of its Rare VSOP Cognac alongside two very elegant tasting glasses. Just the thing if you wanted to…  More info

Hine Rare VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
£66.74
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Fanny Fougerat Petite Cigüe Cognac

70cl, 40%
Fanny Fougerat

A relatively young and fruity Cognac from Fanny Fougerat, Petite Cigüe is made from grapes from vineyards in the Borderies and Fins Bois regions. This Cognac would have otherwise ended up in a blend,…  More info

Fanny Fougerat Petite Cigüe Cognac
1
£48.44
£44.94

Hine Bonneuil Vintage Trio

60cl, 42.8%
Hine

A tremendous trio of vintage expressions from legendary Cognac house Hine's Bonneuil collection. This set includes a 200ml bottle each of Hine Bonneuil 2005, Hine Bonneuil 2006, and Hine Bonneuil…  More info

Hine Bonneuil Vintage Trio
£112.94

Jean Fillioux Cep D'or

70cl, 40%
Jean Fillioux

A marvellous XO Grande Champagne Cognac from Jean Fillioux, the Cep D'or offers up full-bodied flavour profile with oodles of dessert treat notes, balanced by soft oak warmth. Spectacular after…  More info

Jean Fillioux Cep D'or
£60.74

Vaudon XO Cognac

70cl, 40%
Vaudon

An XO Cognac from the Vaudon estate, made exclusively with Ugni Blanc grapes. The grapes hail from the Fins Bois region, which produces fruitier and slightly sweeter Cognac. The liquid is aged in…  More info

Vaudon XO Cognac
£90.94

Hermitage 1995 Chez Richon Grande Champagne Cognac

70cl, 43%
Hermitage

A truly awesome 1995 vintage Cognac from the wonderful Chez Richon, produced predominantly from Ugni Blanc grapes, though there's a few Folle Blanche in there too. After distillation, it was matured…  More info

Hermitage 1995 Chez Richon Grande Champagne Cognac
1
£132.92

Rémy Martin XO 35cl

35cl, 40%
Rémy Martin

A charming half sized bottle of Rémy Martin XO fine Champagne Cognac! This smaller bottle still features the iconic design of its larger counterpart and contains 350ml of the stunning expression,…  More info

Rémy Martin XO 35cl
£112.99

Larsen Aqua Ignis Cognac (42.3%)

70cl, 42.3%
Larsen

A hearty bottling of Larsen's Aqua Ignis Cognac, released at a slightly higher ABV of 42.3%. The French oak barrels that held this one were plunged into hot water, and then toasted over an open fire,…  More info

Larsen Aqua Ignis Cognac (42.3%)
£39.95

Hennessy XO - Chinese New Year 2023

70cl, 40%
Hennessy

In celebration of the Lunar New Year, Cognac House Hennessy has released this limited edition bottling of its XO expression. The 2023 edition comes packaged in a box featuring artwork by Yan…  More info

Hennessy XO - Chinese New Year 2023
£194.99

Tesseron Lot No.90 XO Cognac

70cl, 40%
Tesseron

From the Tesseron range of well-aged Cognac come the Lot No.90 XO expression, made using Ugni Blanc grapes from the Grande Champagne, Petit Champagne and Fins Bois regions. A flavoursome spirit, rich…  More info

Tesseron Lot No.90 XO Cognac
2
£99.95
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Cognac Leyrat XO Vieille Reserve

70cl, 40%
Cognac Leyrat

A complex nose with hints of nuts, pastries and caramel. This is a beautiful Cognac, made by Leyrat in the Fins Bois region.  More info

Cognac Leyrat XO Vieille Reserve
£102.99

H by Hine VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses

70cl, 40%
Hine

A gift pack from the brilliant Hine, packed with a bottle of its H by Hine VSOP Cognac and two Hine Ball glasses! See what they did there? For making a Highball with... Oh, you got it. Never mind.  More info

H by Hine  VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
£42.95
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Camus VSOP Borderies Single Estate

70cl, 40%
Camus

A single estate expression from Camus (the Cognac house, not the absurdist author), made with eaux-de-vie from a single estate in the Borderies cru - the smallest of the Cognac regions, renowned for…  More info

Camus VSOP Borderies Single Estate
3
£56.95
£55.94

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