53. Brandy and other fruit spirits Flashcards
What is the world’s biggest selling brandy?
the Mexican brand Presidente, using distilled surplus wine from international market
What is definition of brandy?
spirit distilled from wine
What is Grappa?
spirit distilled from the pomace (residue of skins, pips and pulp)
What is distinctive of Marc de Bourgogne?
spirit distilled from pomace and then aged in oak
What is the most important grape for Cognac?
Ugni Blanc
What are the 2 most important grapes for Armagnac?
Ugni Blanc and Baco 22A
What is the effect of cool vintage year for Cognac?
desirable (more acid and lower alcohol)
What kind of still is used for Cognac?
only the (relatively small) copper Charentais pot still
What is ageing requirement for VS Cognac?
youngest spirit in the blend is 2 years old
What is ageing requirement for VSOP Cognac?
youngest spirit in the blend is 4 years old
What is ageing requirement for XO Cognac?
youngest spirit in the blend is 6 years old
What is ageing requirement for Hors d’Age Cognac?
youngest spirit in the blend is 6 years old
What is ageing requirement for Napoleon Cognac?
youngest spirit in the blend is 6 years old
What soil type is correlated with best quality Cognac?
high chalk content
What are the 6 crus of Cognac?
Grand Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bons Bois, Bois Ordinaires