Francois Voyer - Grande Champagne VSOP 1er Cru

Volume: 0.7 litres | Alcohol content: 40% | Chill filtration: Yes | Colouring: No

Special Features:

This VSOP brings together eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne, the Cognac growing area designated as 1er Cru. It is made from the Ugni Blanc grape variety. The blend uses eaux-de-vie aged for more than six and up to fourteen years, exceeding the minimum maturation period of four years required for VSOP.

Citrus fruit and flowers shape the aroma, while a soft texture meets fruity flavours on the palate. Ripe apricot and citrus peel also contribute to its character. This Cognac can be enjoyed neat after a meal or used in cocktails. The official bottling contains 0.7 litres at 40% alcohol and comes in gift packaging.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Citrus notes, lime blossom and dried flowers lead the nose. A delicate note of dried apricot complements the floral aromas.
• Palate: The Cognac feels soft and refined on the palate, with lasting flavours. Poached pear, red cherry, lemon cream and raspberry nougat combine with a rounded, lively, medium-to-full body. Despite its fruitiness, the taste remains dry.
• Finish: The medium-length finish has a slight tingling sensation. Black cherry, salted caramel and poached pear linger alongside cinnamon and sweet tea.

Distillery/Bottler:

Pierre and Anne-Marie Vaudon are the people behind François Voyer. Pierre Vaudon is responsible for the house’s blends, and the brand’s Cognacs come exclusively from Grande Champagne. Their shared Domaine Voyer Vaudon is located in Villars near Échallat, between Cognac and Angoulême. The agricultural estate houses presses, stills and maturation cellars.

François Voyer uses Ugni Blanc grapes and works with winegrowers in Grande Champagne. After distillation, the house initially matures its eaux-de-vie in Limousin oak casks. They are then transferred to older casks until the desired flavour profile is achieved. Cask selection and subsequent blending are therefore two essential steps in creating the finished Cognac.

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