French Brandy Flashcards
What is another name for Cognac?
Eau-de-vie des Charentes
Name the GDs of Cognac from most to least important fancy
Grande Champagne Petite Champagne Borderies Fins Bois Bons Bois Bois Ordinaires/Bois a Terroirs
What grapes are permitted for Cognac?
Colombard Folle Blanche Ugni Blanc Semillon Montils
What I the minimum alcohol for Cognac AOP?
min 40% abv
Outside of the chalky center of Cognac, what is the soil?
Hard limestone, clay, sand
When was Cognac first defined? When was it finalized?
1909
1938
What is a synonym for Ugni Blanc in Cognac?
Saint Emilion
What kind of still is used in Cognac?
Copper Charentais pot still
Hw many times is Cognac distilled?
twice
What are the distillations and alcohol levels of Cognac called?
First distillation: Brouillis 28-32%
Second: Bonne Chauffe ~70%
Where does Cognac oak typically come from?
Limousin and Troncais
What additives may be used for Cognac Armagnac?
Caramel
Water
Sugar
Oak chips
What are the age indications for Cognac?
VS/***: 2 yrs in cask Superior: min 3 yrs VO/VSOP/Reserve: min 4 yrs VVSOP/Grande Reserve: min 5 yrs Napoleon: min 6 yrs XO: min 10 yrs XXO: min 14 yrs
What are the synonyms for VS Cognac?
de Luxe
Grand Choix
Surchoix
What are the synonyms for Napolean Cognac?
Extra
Royal
Tres Vieux
Vieille Reserve