Cognac Delamain Pale and Dry XO 1er Cru Grande Champagne

Wine information: The Delamain family have been handcrafting their exceptional Cognac since 1824 and remain one of the last family owned houses. They benefit from universal recognition as the leading specialist in the blending and elevage of fine old Cognac using only eau-de-vie from La Grande Champagne – the first great growth of Cognac. This is then aged in seasoned oak casks for a minimum of two decades, before being blended and bottled under the control and expertise of the direct descendants of the founder James Delamain. This skill and knowledge passed down through the generations was honoured by the International Spirits Challenge in 2007 who awarded Charles Braastad-Delamain the Trophy of Excellence in Craftsmanship, perhaps the highest accolade in the Spirits world. Pale & Dry XO epitomises the house style: floral, delicate and full of finesse. Brilliant pale gold in colour, this superb Cognac is distinguished by its remarkable delicacy and refinement. The grape and vanillin aromas are confirmed on the palate, where intense yet elegant fruit flavours are offset by floral and liquorice notes which linger in the extended finish.

Reviews: “Delamain is one of the last family-owned Cognac houses. This is a beautiful old Cognac made using the best eau-de-vie from the Grande Champagne region – powerful, mellow and subtle, all at the same time. A heroic after-dinner treat.” Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail 14 June 2000.

 
     

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