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.
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ABK6 - VS Pure Single
Gold in colour with amber highlights.
The initial nose has aromas of apricots and fresh grapes which then evolve towards light spice and fruit filled pastry.
The palate is crisp and elegant with good presence and exceptional length.
Many awards at spirits competitions.
ABK6 - VSOP Grand Cru
Old gold in colour.
The nose is complex with stewed fruit and woody notes which are followed by brioche,
vanilla, apple and cinnamon.
The palate has an excellent full structure with a long finish of vanilla and woody flavours.
Many awards at spirits competitions.
ABK6 - XO Grand Cru 50cl
Deep old gold in colour.
The nose displays aromatic richness with dried fruit and nuts and the liquorice aromas typical of well matured Cognacs.
Its develops towards the spice and characteristic fruit pastry notes which are our signature.
The palate is dense and smooth yet elegant and with considerable finesse.
Many awards at spirits competitions.
ABK6 - XO Family Reserve
Deep old gold in colour.
The nose displays aromatic richness with dried fruit and nuts and the liquorice aromas typical of well matured Cognacs.
Its develops towards the spice and characteristic fruit pastry notes which are our signature.
The palate is dense and smooth yet elegant and with considerable finesse.
Many awards at spirits competitions.
ABK6 - Aged 10 Years
SINGLE ESTATE XO
Old gold in colour.
The nose is spice dominated at first with pastry notes which follow and also a hint of dry leaves.
The palate has excellent structure with a long dry finish where dry oak is perceptible beside vanilla and a hint of cinnamon.
Many awards at spirits competitions.
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