- Cognac age
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Cuvée
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- Growth area
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Grande Champagne
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- Bottle size
- 700ml
- ABV
- 45.3%
- Age (maximum)
- 15
- Brand
- Frapin Cognac
Growth area & soil: Grande Champagne
Grande Champagne
Description
Frapin 15 ans d'âge
The Frapin 15 ans d'âge is an XO Cognac crafted from a unique 240-hectare vineyard in the heart of Grande Champagne, the premier cru of Cognac. This blend embodies the terroir and the spirit of Maison Frapin, with harvesting, distillation, and aging all performed on the estate. Uniquely, this Cognac combines eaux-de-vie from both humid and dry cellars, balancing roundness and smoothness with finesse and elegance.
Visually, it captivates with a golden robe and summer reflections. On the nose, it reveals woody, fresh, and vanilla notes, complemented by hints of tea and dried flowers. The palate offers immediate complexity, where wood and vanilla flavors harmonize with dried fruits and toasted bread. Its finish is long and spicy, adding depth to the tasting experience.
Bottled at its natural strength of 45.3% ABV and unfiltered, this Cognac retains its aromatic richness and gustatory integrity.
Presentation of the Bottle
The Frapin 15 ans d'âge comes in an elegant and minimalist bottle that reflects the craftsmanship and tradition of Maison Frapin. Its classic lines and understated label highlight the Cognac’s age and authenticity, making it a refined addition to any collection.
How to Drink
To fully appreciate the aromas and flavors of the Frapin 15 ans d'âge, it is best enjoyed neat at room temperature in a tulip glass. This method concentrates its aromas for optimal enjoyment. For a different experience, adding a drop of water can unlock new aromatic layers. This Cognac also pairs beautifully with fine cuisine or high-quality cigars.
About Frapin Cognac
The Frapin family has been around the Southwest of France since 1270. Always active in the domain of winegrowing, they specialized in distillation much later on and have since continued to stand strong throughout twenty one generations! The estate owns 340 hectares of land entirely in the Grande Champagne area, of which 240 are planted with vines. Frapin’s home in the beautiful castle Fontpinot in the town of Segonzac. The most famous family member was the 16th century author Francois Rabelais, after whom a prestigious Frapin Cognac bottle is named: The Cuvee Rabelais, rather fittingly, the house of Frapin is also the only Cognac estate granted permission to call itself a Chateau within the entire Grande Champagne cru. Alongside many other accolades, Frapin was the first Cognac producer to invent a multi-vintage blend, combining vintages of different years to create the perfect taste.