During my studies in applied geography, I specialized particularly in environmental chemistry and environmental risks and was lucky enough to write my master thesis on Cognac with the topic: "Perception and revaluation of terroir aspects in terms of Geographical Indications. A case study on Cognac". Part of Cognac Expert since 2016 - currently responsible for Operations & Finance
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Rich, complex and quietly elegant with real rancio depth
I've tasted this Frapin Extra Grande Champagne several times over the years and liked it very much every time. The aroma is rich and complex, marked by dried fruits, fig, walnut and leather, with subtle notes of spice and rancio running through it. Mature fragrances of dried peach, oak, wood resi...
A mature, rancio-rich Fins Bois with real depth
This Hors d'Age from Chateau d'Orignac is a genuinely mature Fins Bois, and it shows its 35 to 45 years beautifully. In the glass it is deep mahogany with bronze and amber highlights. The nose is rich and expressive, candied fruits first, then a layer of spice and licorice, with leather and ranci...
Floral, spicy and vibrant
An expressive, spice-forward XO. Spring flowers and fruit on the nose quickly give way to cinnamon and warming spice, then the palate blends sharp, vibrant fruit with leather, oak and pepper. Light on wood, lively in character. It sat mid-pack for me blind, but it is a characterful, food-friendly...
Exotic, tropical and unmistakably Navarre
The most exotic pour of the flight, dry yet bursting with tropical fruit. Mango and papaya on the nose with ginger, honeyed apple and sandalwood, then papaya, passionfruit and guava on the palate with a hint of eucalyptus, closing earthy on sandalwood and walnut oil. A little polarising, and all ...
Dark, dried-fruit richness
A deep ruby, mahogany pour with real richness. Dried fruits, citrus, cocoa and oak on the nose with hints of leather and tobacco, then a refined palate of pear, vanilla, cream, cocoa, nutmeg and cinnamon over a luxuriously long finish. An oak-driven, wintery style that rewards a slow glass.