Flaviar Members get free shipping on qualifying orders.
Join the club
-
Log in -
Flaviar club Join our Spirits community and let us help you navigate through the exciting world of new flavors.
join the club gift a membership -
Shop -
Library -
FAQ
- Category Cognac
- Country France
- Region Cognac
- Distillery Courvoisier
- Style Cognac
- Alcohol 40%*
We suspect Master Blender Patrice Pinet knew he was creating an instant classic when he carefully blended Courvoisier Initiale Extra.
This countless-awards-winning Hors d’Age (seriously, check the list of prizes) is a fine-tuned marriage of Grande Champagne and Borderies Eaux-de-vie, with a precious addition of vintage reserve from Chateau Courvoisier, old between 30 and 50 years.
What makes this Extra Cognac extra special is the unusual decision not to include Eaux-de-vie from Petite Champagne. The bouquet is a ritzy combo of truffles, cedar, and licorice, while the palate explodes with opulent notes of citrus, cinnamon, cigar leaves, and Christmas cake.
Looking for a mind-blowing liquid luxury or a centerpiece collectible? You’ve found one!
*This bottle is a collector’s item; we will not be able to entertain any refunds or exchanges.
**Individual orders are limited to one item per person, as we wish to give everyone the opportunity to participate.
***Any kind of transit damage is insured and will be reimbursed.
- Category Cognac
- Country France
- Region Cognac
- Distillery Courvoisier
- Style Cognac
- Alcohol 40%*
Dog Dogson's
Smartass corner
Laws concerning Cognac-making are strict as hell. Only three types of grapes may be used, and they can only be harvested in October; Cognac must be aged for at least two years in barrels made from French oak - and get this, from one of two specific forests! Then, the stills must be of a particular French shape (no, not the baguette shape); and we guess La Marseillaise has to be sung during the entire process.
Nine liters of white Wine must be distilled for a single liter of Cognac!
There are six different wine-growing areas (crus) authorized to produce Cognac - in descending order of prestige: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bons Bois, and Bois Ordinaires.
There are three primary grades of Cognac recognized by law: V.S., V.S.O.P., and X.O, but we also know Napoléon, XXO, and Hors d'âge.
Cognac, named after the town of Cognac in France, is a variety of brandy (distilled wine). It is only produced in the wine-growing region surrounding this town. Cognac must be made from specified grapes, be twice distilled in copper pot stills, and be aged at least two years in French oak barrels. Most Cognacs are aged considerably longer than the minimum legal requirement.
The wine used for Cognac is very dry, acidic, and thin but excellent for distillation and aging.
Similar drinks
Dog Dogson's
Smartass corner
Laws concerning Cognac-making are strict as hell. Only three types of grapes may be used, and they can only be harvested in October; Cognac must be aged for at least two years in barrels made from French oak - and get this, from one of two specific forests! Then, the stills must be of a particular French shape (no, not the baguette shape); and we guess La Marseillaise has to be sung during the entire process.
Nine liters of white Wine must be distilled for a single liter of Cognac!
There are six different wine-growing areas (crus) authorized to produce Cognac - in descending order of prestige: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bons Bois, and Bois Ordinaires.
There are three primary grades of Cognac recognized by law: V.S., V.S.O.P., and X.O, but we also know Napoléon, XXO, and Hors d'âge.
Cognac, named after the town of Cognac in France, is a variety of brandy (distilled wine). It is only produced in the wine-growing region surrounding this town. Cognac must be made from specified grapes, be twice distilled in copper pot stills, and be aged at least two years in French oak barrels. Most Cognacs are aged considerably longer than the minimum legal requirement.
The wine used for Cognac is very dry, acidic, and thin but excellent for distillation and aging.
from
Help