Alvear Brandy Gran Reserva is one of the gems by the winery Alvear. This brandy has been aged 25 years in extremely old American oak barrels, by means of the solera system.

Founded in 1819, Bisquit & Dubouché has dedicated itself to creating Cognacs of elegance and finesse. This expression is redolent with the inviting scents of apricot, honey, and cinnamon, leading to nuanced flavors of clove and rose petals. Medium-bodied and fruit-forward, it culminates in a warming finish. Ideal for savoring neat after a meal, it allows the drinker to fully appreciate its artistry and complexity.

This calvados is the result of the blending of different Calvados Pays d'Auge aged for at least 4 years in oak barrels. Once blended, it stays in casks for enough time to obtain a characteristic smoothness.

Colour: Amber, golden.

Nose: Fruity, elegant oaky notes, hazelnut, toast and brioche.

Palate: Balanced and harmonious, vanilla notes, oaky, ripe apples and applesauce.

Finale: Nice length, elegant and velvety.

Founded in 1832, the Maison Castarède elaborates and for more than 190 years of life in the Pure Gascon tradition. Whether initially in the cellars located in Pont de Bordes or on the property of the Château de Maniban, the Castarède family loves this ancestral know-how with love. This 1993 vintage low-armagnac is, once distilled, raised in oak barrels until it is borrowed on the counter label.

Drawn from the Paradis cellars at the Château de Montifaud, this Cognac was the first to personally be distilled Louis Vallet (4th generation), which today stands as a proud family treasure and trophy of the longstanding legacy each of the family's generations beholds. After aging in a combination of red oak and ancient Cognac barrels, this bottle is now a blend of cognacs ranging from 30 to 80 years old, which is then averaged out as 50 years, allowing them to continue to produce this special celebration of their art year after year.

Nose: Old cigar boxes appear immediately, followed by nuts and spices. Very round and mellow with good rancio.

Palate: The palate keeps the oak light, bringing forth an almond sweetness. The finish is exceptionally long.

Expect to encounter a rich, dark amber hue and a subtle yet inviting aroma. As you take a sip, you'll be greeted by a soft and warming palate, where the delicate sweetness of red fruit unfolds gracefully. Followed by nuanced notes of caramel and hazelnut, with a subtle hint of baking spice adding depth to the experience. Whether enjoyed neat or as part of your favorite cocktail, this versatile expression promises a delightful journey of flavor and texture.

Rich and delicate notes of fig, raisin, plum and candied orange are revealed in a multi-layered bouquet. Complex flavours of orange, crème brûlée and sweet spice are complimented by floral notes that flow elegantly through the palate to a smooth and lengthy finish. Sip by the fire or serve with nuts and blue cheese.

D'Ussé XO Cognac, a blend of Cognacs aged between 10 to 30 years in oak, presents a deep copper hue. Its complex nose offers dried apricot, butterscotch, and orange zest. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, dark chocolate, toasted nut, apricot, and honey intertwine, creating a smooth and full-bodied experience. The finish is lengthy, with earthy notes emerging.

92/100, VertdeVin Critic tasting note: "The nose reveals notes of prunes, raisins, slight notes of citrus zest and orange. The palate is round, finer, more complex and less pronounced alcohol than on the “ Armagnacs Grands Armagnacs 8 et 12 ans”. In the mouth it reveals notes of apple, candied fruits, dried fruits and spices associated with few woody notes and candied yellow fruits on the finish. Good length."

Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège is a balanced cognac, expressing 200 years of Hennessy's know-how. The fruit of nature's uncertainties, this unique blend has tamed the elements to craft and embody the original concept of cognac. The emotion awakened by the pleasure of tasting it continually reveals new facets of its personality. The savoir-faire of the Maison Hennessy is fully expressed in this balanced cognac: the selection of eaux-de-vie, aging and assemblage. A cognac of remarkable consistency and vitality, Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège conveys all of the savoir-faire of the Hennessy master blenders who have ensured the continued success of this harmonious assemblage for 200 years.

In 1870, Maurice Hennessy created Hennessy X.O for his circle of friends and introduced a new style of cognac. Hennessy X.O is the Original, the emblematic icon of the Hennessy Maison. Deep and powerful, the eaux-de-vie of this Hennessy X.O cognac are aged in young barrels and marked out by their power and energy, but also by their capacity to achieve a great roundness through time.

Sweet Notes: The palate is warmly embraced by flavours of candied fruit.

Rising Heat: The intriguing sensation of an intense, rising heat slowly reveals the complex taste of eaux-de-vie patiently aged in oak barrels.

Spicy Edge: Perception of a strong spicy cognac note, tantalizing the lips and palate with its distinct peppery flavour intertwined with a hint of chocolate.

Flowing Flame: A wave of warmth grows, crests and then breaks. A robust presence, full and voluptuous, is felt.

Chocolate Lull: There is the gradual discovery of something very familiar. It is the well-rounded flavour of rich, dark chocolate.

Wood Crunches: A striking sensation is suddenly felt – the vigorous ebb and flow of oak notes interlaced with vanilla. Infinite Echo: The evanescent oak notes leave a long, omnipresent finish in their wake. Seemingly endless, it echoes all of the subtleties of each taste and sensation that has preceded it.

The Colour
Deep, golden copper.
The Aroma
Vibrant, rich and complex, with orchard fruit - candied plum and apple - harmonising with roasted notes of mocha coffee, toasted almonds and vetiver.
The Taste
An exceptionally rounded, mellow sensation further enhanced by Borderies eaux-de-vie, which lend elegance and complexity. An impressively long finish characterised by notes of fruit and spices.

Martell XO has a spicy, rich crescendo starting with the mellow elegance of the Borderies, followed by the intensity and finesse typical of Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie. The nose consists of ground spice (black pepper, coriander) and red berries. Rich fruit flavours: fig chutney and compote, almonds and walnuts along with beeswax and sandalwood.
Critic tasting note: "Aromas are ripe and melony, then turn deep with subtle hints of walnut, butter cream, oak and marzipan—a sensational bouquet. Right from palate entry the fruit concentration is perfectly balanced by a resiny, cheesy oakiness that blossoms at midpalate along with succulent tastes of raisins, vanilla and butterscotch. Finishes stately, almost chunky. The touch of rancio in the aftertaste puts it over the top. Gorgeous." - 98/100, Wine Enthusiast

Pierre Ferrand 1840 Original Formula is a 45% ABV Grande Champagne Cognac designed to replicate the style of 19th-century "three-star" cognacs favored in classic cocktails. It features a, rich, fruity profile with notes of apricot, honey, and spice. Primarily created for mixing, it shines in cocktails like the Sidecar or Sazerac.

"This “selection of the angels” offers warm, enticing richness balanced by a freshness that keeps you coming back for more. Vanilla, hazelnut and fudge-like notes are enlivened by fleeting, disarming hints of fresh apples, pears and fall spices." - 94/100, Wine Enthusiast

Rémy Martin is a brand of French cognac produced by Rémy Martin SAS, a company based in the Cognac region of France. Cognac is a type of brandy made from white grapes grown in the Cognac region and double distilled in copper pot stills. Rémy Martin is known for its high-quality cognacs, which are made from a blend of eaux-de-vie (a type of brandy) aged for at least two and a half years. The company produces a range of cognacs, including Rémy Martin VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale), Rémy Martin XO (Extra Old), and Rémy Martin Louis XIII, which is a blend of more than 1,200 eaux-de-vie aged for an average of 40 years. Rémy Martin cognacs are often enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and are also used in cocktails.

Taste the perfection of Fine Champagne opulence through this expressive elixir. On the palate it is mature with flavours of juicy plums, candied oranges, mingling with hints of hazelnuts and cinnamon. The body is full and luxurious with an enduring finish.

Tesseron tasting notes: "Very alluring and expressive, presenting a sensation of fruit compote layered with hints of honey and leather, all lifted by floral tones - very elegant. On the palate one enjoys a generous initial hit, presenting a wonderful, spicy vitality complementing a harmonious, rounded style".

Lot 76 Cognac Awards  International Wine & Spirit Competition: Silver 2009

Torres 10 has a dark topaz colour with hues of gold. Intense aroma with warm hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Complete and persistent finish with aromatic notes of oak.