Cognac country

[RobinSparkles]

I am just writing this little post for those who love Cognac.      

Named after

the town of Cognac in France, is a variety of brandy. It is produced in the wine-growing

region surrounding the town from which it takes its name, in the French Departements

of Charente and Charente-Maritime.

For a distilled brandy to

bear the name Cognac, an Appellation d'origine contrôlée, its production

methods must meet certain legal requirements. In particular, it must be made

from specified grapes, of which Ugni Blanc, known locally as Saint-Emilion, is

the one most widely used. The brandy must be twice distilled in copper pot

stills and aged at least two years in French oak barrels from Limousin or Tronçais.

Cognac matures in the same way as whiskies and wine when aged in barrels, and

most cognacs are aged considerably longer than the minimum legal requirement.

As you can see, Cognac is

not only an exquisite brandy, but also a lovely region. I strongly suggest those

who love cognac and France to visit this lovely region where you will discover

the origins of your favourite spirit. You will find some information on Cognac

region on this website: http://www.visit-poitou-charentes.com/en/Cognac-country/Cognac-City