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Comment on How to Store a Cognac Bottle To Keep It In Great Condition by Virginia Wenz

Virginia Wenz — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:46:46 +0000

In reply to Stephen Conwell. Bonjour Stephen, Thanks for your message. To reply to your questions, please see the below. 1. If a cognac bottle will be tasty after storing it for several years depends on the way it was stored. 2. Please get in touch with our team from Cabinet7. You can get an appraisal there and find out the value of your cognac bottle. Best wishes, Virginia

Comment on Cognac vs Whisky: Key Differences by Monique Bessette

Monique Bessette — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 02:18:48 +0000

Hi, We went Cognac last May. We visited the Château Baron Otard. I tasted three different cognac and I have been very surprised that there is a big difference between the first and the third glass. I really do appreciate the cognac.
I remember my father who was drinking cognac at night. I am starting to drink cognac sometimes after a nice meal.
It was very interesting your blog I will read again.
Thanks Monique

Comment on How to Store a Cognac Bottle To Keep It In Great Condition by Stephen Conwell

Stephen Conwell — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 18:48:26 +0000

I have a still sealed bottle of:
Courvoisier (Extra Vieille) that I purchased in 1966 through the officer’s mess while my ship was in the port of Aden. … still has the US Navy Mess sticker #01198298 . The bottle has a sealed Screw top; a bird looking emblem embossed into the glass; a “By Appointment Purveyors of Cognac Brandy to the late King George VI” label on its neck.
I have two questions:
1. Is it safe to drink/will it be tasty?
2. Is it too valuable to drink?
Thanks for your time & effort,
Stephen
…sorry that’s probably 3questions!

Comment on All About Spicy Cognacs (+ 8 tasty ones to try) by Best Online Liquor Store

Best Online Liquor Store — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:40:08 +0000

Thank you for sharing this fascinating blog post about spicy cognacs. As a cognac enthusiast, I found this to be a very informative and engaging read. The article provides an interesting overview of the different types of spices that can be found in cognac, and how they can add complexity and depth to the flavor profile of the spirit. I appreciate the attention to detail in describing the specific flavors and aromas that can be found in different types of spicy cognacs. The inclusion of a few recommended cognacs to try is also very helpful for those looking to expand their palate and explore new flavors. Overall, this blog post is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about the fascinating world of cognac and the unique flavor experiences that can be found within the category of spicy cognacs.

Comment on The Cognac Butler by Wilson De Jesus

Wilson De Jesus — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 12:12:38 +0000

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Comment on Obscuration: the 3 permitted Additives by Guilhem

Guilhem — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 11:22:23 +0000

The question isn’t if traditional additives are good or not, I personally believe that additives are interesting, traditional, and natural. It’s a choice to add sugar, e150a, and boisé, which is absolutely not shameful. It makes sense, and some houses are working hard to produce and to age old boisé, sugars, etc. We do it for some cuvee under MESTREAU brand name, like our XO Borderies. It’s a chance for our region to have such qualitative additives permitted in the Cognac production. That’s said, it’s also a choice to not use boisé, sugar or E150a, and to work hard to make the Cognac round and smooth without these additives. It’s what we do with Grosperrin cognacs since 1999. Regarding obscuration, it’s simply important to understand that the ageing process also creates an obscuration which is natural. The level of obscuration will give you a good indication, but only if you consider the age of the Cognac.

Comment on Obscuration: the 3 permitted Additives by Wayne

Wayne — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 11:21:00 +0000

Good day: I hope that you are having a pleasant day. Thank you for your blog about additives in cognac.

Comment on Obscuration: the 3 permitted Additives by Tony Menechella

Tony Menechella — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:59:58 +0000

Great article Taylor!!!

Comment on Obscuration: the 3 permitted Additives by Urban Svensson

Urban Svensson — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:00:33 +0000

It is, in my opinion, very important to specify the presence or lack of additives for each cognac on sale. It seems there are very few cognacs listed with this information.

Comment on How to Store a Cognac Bottle To Keep It In Great Condition by Wah

Wah — Mon, 16 May 2022 09:31:14 +0000

My mother amassed a collection of XO cognac 31 years ago. The boxes got immediately discarded and she leaves them on show in a drinks cabinet. Some 20yrs later she decide to open a Martell XO and the cork just broke with ease and stuck inside the bottle. I think the bottles should have been left inside the box it came in because daylight can not only affect the drink itself but can dry out the cork making it brittle.
I recently purchased a bottle of Lembert XO from Cognac Expert, it does not have a box so I put the bottle in a spare Courvoisier VSOP box.