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MERLET COGNAC VSOP

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Category:

Cognac

ABV:

40.0%

Country:

France

Region:

Cognac

Merlet VSOP cognac is a blend of eaux-de-vie from four to five years or older, from different regions of the cognac appellation, ensuring the consistency of its quality.
The blend for Merlet VSOP is mostly elaborated from cognacs of the «Fins Bois» region, famous for their fruity aromas and their ability to come to maturity quickly when aged in barrels. The complexity is brought by an addition of cognacs of the «Petite Champagne» region. Depending on the blends, other crus distilled by the Merlet family may come into the final product.

Source:

Grape - Ugni Blanc

Distillation:

Double distillation

Still:

Copper pot still

Blend:

Fins Bois, Bons Bois, Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne

Aging:

Minimum 4 years

Barrel type:

French oak barrels

TASTING NOTES

Nose: The nose is fine and intensely fruity with notes of white fruits and peach.

Mouth: The mouth is supple and round, the finish is noticeably fruity.