Cognac, little secrets and big stories
Dive into the world of cognac
This book invites the reader on a journey to the heart of the Charente and Charente-Maritime, the lands of choice for cognac. From the vine to the glass, he retraces the stages of production of this appellation contrôlée eau-de-vie: harvest, distillation in Charentais stills, ageing in Limousin oak barrels and the art of blending. The great houses as well as the confidential estates find their place there, offering a complete panorama of the sector.
Anecdotes, know-how and heritage
Throughout the pages, the book reveals the little secrets that make cognac great: la part des anges, the role of the cellar master, the VS, VSOP and XO classifications, or the influence of the terroir on the aromatic profile. Richly illustrated, it mixes photographs of Charente landscapes, centuries-old cellars and artisanal gestures. A beautiful book to offer or to treat yourself to deepen your culture of spirits and understand why cognac remains one of the most respected eaux-de-vie in the world.
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