Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac

Exceptional 90 /100

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Cognac age: Hors d'Age

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Growth area: Petite Champagne

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ABV: 46.3%
Brand: Merlet Cognac

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700ml - Shipped from France

$ 162

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Color: Deep mahogany

Nose: Light vanilla combined with the softness of peach and the richness of caramel.

Palate: Refined, with very smooth and indulgent flavors.

Growth area & soil: Petite Champagne

Petite Champagne

Description

Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac

Introducing Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac, a true masterpiece that embodies the rich heritage and expertise of the Esteve family, who have been synonymous with cognac for seven generations. Nestled in the esteemed Petite Champagne cru, their property in the charming commune of Celles, Charente-Maritime, is located in the picturesque Né Valley.

Over the decades, Jacques Estève has cultivated vineyards, distilled, and patiently aged magnificent eaux-de-vie, treating them as precious treasures. Now, one of these gems emerges—an extraordinary Hors d'Age cognac that has matured for several decades.

Limited to only 1,500 bottles, this edition of Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac is a testament to the Esteve family's commitment to excellence and the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into every aspect of its production. Each bottle represents a true labor of love, carefully nurtured and aged to perfection.

Crafted exclusively from the Ugni Blanc grape variety, this cognac showcases the distinctive character and finesse of the Petite Champagne cru. With its deep, amber hue and a captivating aroma that hints at the passage of time, each sip transports you to the vineyards and cellars of the Esteve estate.

At 46.3% ABV and presented in a 70cl bottle, Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac invites you to savor its exceptional flavors and embrace the legacy of a family deeply rooted in the cognac tradition. Immerse yourself in the velvety texture, the intricate layers of taste, and the long, lingering finish.

Experience the rarity and elegance of this limited edition cognac, and be captivated by the spirit of the Esteve family's dedication and passion. Merlet Sélection Domaine Famille Esteve Hors d'Age Cognac is a testament to their unwavering pursuit of perfection, offering a taste of cognac history that will be cherished by connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.

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Exceptional 90 /100

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90 / 100

Tangerine and Vanilla

by Wilson D.

28 Dec 2024

Had this as part of the samples for the Cognac Expert online tasting event on 21 October 2023. This cognac impresses with its deep amber color and complex aroma, but it's the palate where it is truly memorable, to which I remember tangerine and vanilla notes standing out. The taste was balanced.

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90 / 100

Excellent fruity cognac!

by Theodore M.

27 Nov 2023

Lovely cognac with a lot of fruits and a few spices it's mouthwatering with long aftertaste...Excellent full-body cognac it covers your mouth beautifully!!!

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90 / 100

A lovely and limited Cognac

by Tony M.

12 Nov 2023

Limited to 1500 bottles. Beautiful fresh and lively fruit greets the nose initially. As it opens, very subtle spice appears, but this is all about the fruit! It is full-bodied in the mouth, really coating the palate, which starts sweet with those fruits, but finishes long and dry with some very...

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91 / 100

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Sad to have discovered Esteve so late

by Willie J.

11 Nov 2023

Very soft and subtle on the nose. Gently floral, but loaded with citrus and there's a heap of tangerines in evidence. It washes fruit sugars pver the palate and the tangerines are in full evidence again. Plenty of other fruit though and its a real delight. The finish is long, but soft and punctuated...

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About Merlet Cognac

With a traceable history dating back to 1850, the Merlet family have continued to produce cognac, alongside a continually growing range of other products, to the current day. Headed today by Gilles Merlet, his sons Pierre and Luc joined the business a few years back, bringing with them a new generation of enthusiasm and direction. Although the house Distillerie Merlet & Fils originally produced eaux-de-vie for some of the most prestigious cognac houses in the world of cognac, they are now famous in their own right, not only for their quality cognacs, but for their innovative range of other products that sell around the globe.

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