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A.E. Dor Vieille Réserve No 8 Cognac

Highly Recommended 87 /100
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Cognac age
Hors d'Age

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Growth area
Grande Champagne

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ABV
47%
Age (minimum)
30
Age (maximum)
50
Brand
A.E. DOR Cognac
Bottle size
  • 700ml - Shipped from France
  • 750ml - Shipped within US
$ 420
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Tasting review

Nose: Dried apricots take the lead, supported by soft floral notes—light rose and a touch of jasmine. Cocoa powder adds a subtle depth.

Palate: Full-bodied and smooth. Refined tannins provide structure. Layers of honeyed spice—cinnamon and mild clove—intertwine with a gentle, mature rancio that brings dried fruit and nutty complexity.

Finish: Long and steady. Honeyed notes fade into soft cocoa and a lingering trace of old wood and rancio.

The bouquet offers an enticing mix of dried apricots, hints of cocoa, and gentle floral undertones. On the palate, it is full-bodied with refined tannins, leaving a memorable trace of honeyed spice and a subtle rancio that speaks to its age.

Growth area & soil: Grande Champagne

Grande Champagne

Grande Champagne

Description

A Vieille Réserve Cognac from the Premier Cru that is fresh and light

Vieille Réserve N°8 stands out with its impressive 47% alcohol content, yet it never exhibits any harshness despite its high proof. This exceptional quality is the result of an extended aging process in oak barrels, combined with slow evaporation and oxidation under ideal conditions. The creation of No 8 is built upon just four essential elements: the vine, the barrel, skilled craftsmanship, and time. On the palate, it unfolds as a powerful Cognac, emphasizing woody notes and tannins, which makes it especially beloved among Cognac connoisseurs. No 8 also proves to be an ideal companion for cigar aficionados, as its robust character gently complements the dense, intense smoke of a fine cigar. This pairing is designed to enliven the back of the palate, delivering a richly rewarding sensory experience by harmonizing the Cognac's aromas with the subtle nuances of cigar smoke.

The Vieille Reserve No 8 is at an ABV of 47° and a pure Grande Champagne A.E. Dor Cognac. This Cognac is kept in a wax-sealed demijohn until it is later bottled for sale. Despite its impressive age of half a century, the AE Dor Tres Vieille Grande Champagne Cognac maintains all of their power and personality. They are treated with great care and total finesse from distilling until they are matured. They deserve to be tasted and appreciated just as they have been grown and bottled.

This particular Vieille Réserve is grown in the noblest of Cognac terroirs, the Grande Champagne. The eaux-de-vie from this cru are revered for their fine quality and lengthy finish. A spicy and smooth Cognac that is delightfully fresh and light despite its age. It is beautifully balanced.

Its quantities are numbered, as with all of their highly-sought after Vieille Reserve editions.

Presentation

The bottle and presentation sleeve indicates the craftsmanship and high quality of AE Dor Cognac. An intricate cream labeling is traditional with a delicate trim around the edge, and it is sealed with copper colored wax. The cream box will look wonderful on display.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy this Cognac neat to savor its grand age of 50 years. 

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