The cognac thread
Jan 7, 2014, 3:03 pm
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I had a chance to buy a bottle of Cognac Lheraud - Vieille Reserve du Paradis at a very special price many years ago. To me this is still the most memorable cognac experience. The hand made bottle now empty is still in a cupboard... The current price of about EUR 350 is fair in relation to the quality, so if you have a chance to buy one, go ahead, you won't regret it.
Mar 8, 2014, 11:26 am
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I have had both, the '74 is better and better yet if you are in the area is the '64 from below. I bought 4 bottles.
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Mar 8, 2014, 7:04 pm
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It is a step up, price varies by country. I usually buy it in ICN duty free where it is often available "on special" for about USD 200. Remy XO is about 2/3 that price (USD 130 typically). Supply of the Extraordinaire is limited but well worth the price differential and difficulty of sourcing.
Mar 9, 2014, 5:10 am
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Mar 9, 2014, 7:01 am
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Mar 12, 2014, 1:05 pm
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I have a book "The Cognac Companion" by Conal R. Gregory (publ. Running Press)--it discusses various "well known" brands, and notes (based on tastings) how good some of them are.
Has anyone reading this thread, seen this book and if so, do you agree with the conclusions?
I've never tried any of the super expensive stuff, but Remy XO is one of my favorites.
Has anyone reading this thread, seen this book and if so, do you agree with the conclusions?
I've never tried any of the super expensive stuff, but Remy XO is one of my favorites.
Mar 13, 2014, 4:52 am
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On the run for a meeting at LHR T5 BA FLounge, I noticed a new "tent" beeing the only Hennesy sampling station outside of Cognac.
I'll be heading out for departure much earlier than usual...
I'll be heading out for departure much earlier than usual...
Jun 7, 2015, 12:17 pm
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Oh, the usual thing in France; rather careless drivers and innovative parking habits.
Whilst in Armagnac, do get around to producers and sample their Vintage Armagnacs. IMHO a much more noble and priceworthy digestif than Cognac.
Select a base station like Auch or Condom to make excursions in this pretty small area, roughly 100 x 80 km. If you prefer a larger city with more restaurants, a larger selection of hotels, AND willing to spend an hour out and the same back, Toulouse might be your choice
A rather schematic map here just for the connecting roads and Les Terroirs. A good road map is invaluable if you drive yourself.
Whilst in Armagnac, do get around to producers and sample their Vintage Armagnacs. IMHO a much more noble and priceworthy digestif than Cognac.
Select a base station like Auch or Condom to make excursions in this pretty small area, roughly 100 x 80 km. If you prefer a larger city with more restaurants, a larger selection of hotels, AND willing to spend an hour out and the same back, Toulouse might be your choice
A rather schematic map here just for the connecting roads and Les Terroirs. A good road map is invaluable if you drive yourself.
Jun 23, 2015, 3:17 am
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I'm just getting into this thread! But I do prefer Armagnac to Cognac. I used to be able to buy Louis for about 900 francs back in the 90's here in France. They would even have it at that price at CDG Duty Free! I wish I had invested in a few hundred bottles. I'd be rich now. I certainly wouldn't pay today's price even though it's a wonderful drink.
You can find very well aged vintage Armagnac at auctions at a good price. Or you can find run of the mill Hors d'âge Armagnac for free in AF lounges.
Or for about €3 a glass at most any café in France.
You can find very well aged vintage Armagnac at auctions at a good price. Or you can find run of the mill Hors d'âge Armagnac for free in AF lounges.
Or for about €3 a glass at most any café in France.
Jun 23, 2015, 11:04 am
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Does anyone know about this Armangnac? A close friend got it from his grandfather years ago and was kind enough to share it with me as he knows I am a cognac fan. He asked me what I knew about it but sadly my answer was zero.
Is this something special?
Is this something special?
Jun 23, 2015, 2:15 pm
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As it is posted above, alcohol does not age in the bottle like wine. So if the Grandfather bought it in the 70's, it's probably not that special. But if it was bottled in 2000's, then maybe.
Jun 23, 2015, 2:33 pm
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