A decadent Grande Champagne Cognac here from Ferrand, made using some extraordinary eaux-de-vie. Before bottling, the assemblage is allowed some time in what the producers call a "zebra" cask. Staves on this cask are progressively replaced every few years, which the Ferrand team says lends yet more complexity and finesse to the expression. The incredible handsome crystal carafe was hand-blown by Waltersperger in Upper Normandy, and it comes with an equally impressive presentation box, too.