A Cognac may only be soldy when its youngest eau-de-vie reaches a minimum of two and a half years old, as of the first day of October following the harvest of the grapes.
Only the years of storage in oak barrels count to determine its age.
Once transferred into glass, the Cognac stops maturing . It stands still.
V.S (for Very Special) , also called *** (or Three Stars) is a cognac which youngest eau-de-vie is at least two and a half years old.
V.S.O.P ( for Very Superior Old Pale) , also called Reserve, is a cognac which youngest eau-de-vie is between four and a half and six and a half years old.
XO (for Extra Old ) , Napoléon, also called Hors d'âge, is a cognac which youngest eau-de-vie is at least six and a half years old.
Most Cognac houses will use Cognacs much older than those required by law, allowing X.Os to reach a minimum of twenty years old, in order to reveal their very best.
Guerbé - VSOP
With a copper pink colour this cognac has an harmonise, smooth and mild.
It has a citrus and fruity notes with white flesh.
Hine - Rare VSOP Fine Champagne
Blend of more than 25 Grande and Petite Champagne cognacs. The "classic" Hine.
Jacques Denis - VSOP
A rare discovery of the aromatic complexity and subtlety of an exceptional Grande Champagne.
Le Roch - VSOP Petite Champagne
This is a 10 years old cognac with an amazing bouquet, making it one of the best in its class.
Ordonneau - VSOP
A fully mature Cognac produced in the heart of the borderies cru, by the third generation of wine-growers. Aged 25-30 years.
Paul Beau - VSOP
The VSOP Grande Champagne, in « cognaçaise » bottle. Must be discovered !
Gold Medal 2002 at Concours Général de Paris and Silver Medal in 2010 !
Roullet - VSOP Réserve
A rich bouquet with flavours of chocolate and spice typical of fine mature cognac.
Minimum age: 10 years old.
