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Spirits - Cognac
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Buy Fine Cognac Online
Cognac, Armagnac and Brandy are three popular names of a number of spirits produced by distilling wine. Brandy is an all-encompassing name that includes Cognac, Armagnac, as is Eaux de Vie and some brandies are produced by distilling fruit rather than grapes.
Brandy (brandy wine) is made from early cropping bitter in taste grapes in order to achieve a higher concentration of acidity, which helps both in the distillation process and brings out the desired brandy style of spirit prior to the finishing and aging process.
The most acclaimed brandies are of course Cognac and Armagnac, although today Italy, Spain, South Africa and a number of other counties around the world do produce some exceptional wine based brandies. On the other side of the coin, France and a few other countries do produce in large quantities wine based Brandies of a basic nature which do fill an important position in the market place.
At Alexander Wine Merchants, Southampton, Hampshire, UK we do focus on cognac and fine brandies from Europe ranging from good quality VS to exceptional marques and old vintages of cognac. A superb cognac being Leopold 10 Carats as is Cognac Gautret XO
We are also very proud of our selection of Spanish brandies namely from the Spanish regions of Brandy de Jerez and Brandy del Penedes. We can certainly recommended Sandeman Imperial Spanish Brandy and Carlos 1 Imperial XO 15 Year Old Gran Reserva Spanish Brandy.
A good quality cognac or brandy should be drunk neat, preferably in a brandy style glass or some in Spain prefer a sherry type copita glass. Make sure the brandy is at room temperature and one’s glass should ideally be warm. Pour one or two measures, swirl and bring to the nose to smell several times, then sip very slowly and savour in the mouth for as long as possible before swallowing. Practice and Brandy will be your friend for life.
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Cognac Martell VS Popular producer, well rounded with a soft fruit character
Cognac Courvoisier VS Hugely popular cognac with a full flavoured palate.Great value for such a easy drinking spirit
H By Hine VSOP Cognac has floral and peach nuances on the nose, the palate then picks-up vanilla and baked apple pie with lots of burnt brown sugar. The finish is long while slowly picking up flavours of citrus and candied fruit.
Cognac Hennessy VS Very moorish Cognac with lovely mellow character
Cognac Gautret VS is a superb cognac from an \"old\" traditional family owned Cognac House whose cognac is matured in limousin casks.
Cognac Courvoisier VSOP A reserve known as \"Le Cognac de Napoleon\"
Cognac Pierre Ferrand 10 Generations,
Cognac Pierre Ferrand 10 Generations 1er Cru is a tribute to the ten generations of Ferrand wine makers who have passed down the knowledge of the vine and of distillation.
Cognac Remy Martin VSOP Very popular producer. Smooth and elegent
Cognac Gautret VSOP is a superb cognac from an \"old\" traditional family owned Cognac House whose cognac is matured in limousin casks.
Hine Rare VSOP Cognac is a golden-amber in colour cognac of fine quality which has been aged for an average of eight years. The nose hasa pleasant aroms of wild flowers and warm spice. It is full in in flavour, but very smooth and gentle on the tongue, also coming forward are dried fruits including mango, toffee and hints of ginger. In the long finish oak is picked-up as well as molasses and again hints of dried mango.
Cognac Merlet Brothers Blend VSOP,
Merlet Brothers Blend VSOP Cognac is classy blend of cognacs aged between four and ten years. Smooth with floral undertones, great balance through expert blending.
Cognac Pierre Ferrand Ambre 1er Cru,
Cognac Pierre Ferrand Ambre 1er Cru has a beautiful amber hue with floral overtones and a subtle vanilla bouquet. Hints of white peach and dried apricots. A well balanced, elegant mouthfeel.
Cognac Ragnaud-Sabourin Alliance No4 VS,
Cognac Ragnaud-Sabourin Alliance No4 VS, 1er Cru Grande Champagne Cognac with a fruity bouquet and finesse. Matured as a vintage and aged for 4 years
Cognac Leopold Gourmel Premieres Saveurs 6 Carats,
Leopold Gourmel Premieres Saveurs 6 Carats Cognac has been aged on its fine lees to increase intensity and complexity, and is then matured in fine-grain Allier oak casks. The cognac is pale gold in colour and has a fresh, subtle aroma of white peaches and pear. On the palate there are notes of dried fruit, vanilla and a little warm spice. The finish picks-up the fruit again, plus small waves of oak.
Cognac Ragnaud-Sabourin VSOP, Exceptional charm from this balanced blend, vanilla and spice with some dried fruit
Cognac Jules Gautret 10yrs has been aged in French oak barrels and is a balanced cognac, marked by the aroma of oak reinforced by notes of nuts and liquorice. Enjoy as a digestive as well as an aperitif, pure, on ice or as a long drink where its character will bring richness and elegant to a cocktail,
Cognac XO, Leopold Gourmel "Age du Fruit" 10 Carats,
Leopold Gourmel \"Age du Fruit\" 10 Carats Cognac XO has been aged on its fine lees to increase intensity and complexity, and is then matured in fine-grain Allier oak casks. The colour is medium gold with discrete aromas of almonds and fresh flowers. On the palate it has flavours of preserved fruits, citrus, apricot and peaches. The finish picks-up notes of vanilla, toffee and warm sweet spices.
Cognac Gautret XO is harmonious, round, well balanced, aged in Limousin casks. Aromas of dried fruits, flowers, woody scents, great delicacy and power.
Cognac Merlet Selection St. Sauvant,
Merlet Selection St. Sauvant Cognac is a sophisticated blend of top quality cognacs including old Petit Champagne vintages. A grand Cognac with style, gorgeous depth and long lasting mouthfuls of flavour.
Cognac Delamaine XO Grande Champagne,
Cognac Delamaine XO Grande Champagne is classy, with a lovely fruit bouquet and a firm, smooth palate. This warming cognac has great depth of flavour combined with a delicious sherry character
Hine Homage Grand Cru Fine Champagne Cognac is blended for very old and mature single vintage cognacs which provides a subtle nose of warm orange peel combined with light oak and cinnimon. The palate has notes of cob nuts, brown sugar and honey, followed by tastes of candied fruits and mixed spice. As you would expect, the finish long, soft, fruity with lots of lingering dark chocolate and molasses in the background.
Cognac Courvoisier XO Well aged and very full bodied from this popular producer.Great length and lingering complexity. A fine example of a very good XO.
Cognac Ragnaud Sabourin No25 XO,
Cognac Ragnaud Sabourin No25 XO, 25 years old, a delicate floral character of lime tree, hyacinth on the nose, richer palate with orange spice, vanilla, old oak, elegant finish with must finesse
Cognac Leopold Gourmel "Age des Fleurs" 15 Carats,
Leopold Gourmel \"Age des Fleurs\" 15 Carats Cognac has been aged on its fine lees to increase intensity and complexity, and is then matured in fine-grain Allier oak casks. The colour is pale gold with fine aromas of toasted nuts, cinnamon and orange zest. The palate responds to deep flavours stewed apples, dried mango and dark plums. The finish is long with more interesting flavours of dried fruit and vanilla.
