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The oldest in the range from this small artisanal Cognac house is the Ordonneau Vieille Réserve Cognac. A true Borderies treasure, Ordonneau source all of their eaux-de-vie from the smallest cru of the region. A large number of the eaux-de-vie in this blend are aged between 25 and 30 years, making it an Hors d’Age quality blend. Offering great value for money, it is a mature Cognac with incredible versatility.
The Ordonneau Vieille Reserve is produced by the third generation of wine producers from this artisan house. Their property is made up of 27 hectares of vineyard, and each year they around 3000 hectoliters of wine. The wine then goes on to be distilled on their property in two Charentais alembic stills between the months of November and March.
The Borderies terroir is renowned for producing eaux-de-vie with very specific and rare aromas. The high clay content of the soil gives a full-bodied Cognac with characteristics of violet and dried fruit. They are indeed highly sought after. A deep golden color as you'd expect from an aged blend, this is a bottle that any Cognac lover will be happy to have in their cabinet.
Ordonneau Vieille Reserve is presented in a traditional style cognac bottle with a simple, classic label.
Flavour profile
I wasn't familiar with this winery, so I ordered a bottle to try—it was a very pleasant surprise. It has a very pleasant, fruity flavor and a very smooth finish; it's especially enjoyable to drink after a good lunch or dinner. Original review: Nem ismertem ezt a pincét, kipróbálásra rendeltem,...
Orange flavored chocolate, dried fruit and bourbon. Great stuff and better than many bottles twice the price. Tested next to three of the most/best reviewed cognacs on the site and a clear winner for me. I immediately ordered another bottle after trying it.
I get notes of chocolate raisins, toffee and dried fruits which all combine to create a truly amazing cognac.
A beautiful flavor and elegant aroma that makes every glass a memorable experience. You can’t buy this grade and age off cognac in the US for the price. What a deal! What a treat!
Nose and mouth consistent with apricots, dried fruits, nuts, flowers, and a hint of old Irish pot still whisky. I get pronounced violets, similar to violet candies when I smell it straight from the bottle, but from the glass, I get а flower bouquet I cannot distinguish. Dry and spicy finish on the...
I am pleasantly surprised by the variety of flavours that this cognac offers. Not necessarily spices, but baking flavours that are difficult to identify in any case. An effort that I am happy to make. Highly recommended, go for it!
I am impressed by this stuff every time I drink it. It’s just so clean and direct in its delivery that if you like the flavours it will never disappoint. It’s not hugely complex for a spirit of this age, but the tropical fruit in the flower shop nose is great and way the liquid melts intense fruit...
I really did not want to review this or bring the rating down.But I felt compelled to give my personal experience with this Cognac. In all honestly, this was a 3/10 me. Forgive me but maybe it just personal preferences and I am no connoisseur. The nose is harsh, 2 dimensional and forgettable. It...
I love this Cognac for its pleasent scent. Nice fruity notes!
On the nose: Fruity biscuit with violets, perfume of sumptuous grapes. Palate: Creamy on the palate, toffee caramel, rock sugar apricot, light pleasantly refreshing sourness, some hints of fruits like ripe greengage, a little bit charred vanilla coming up in between, hints of gooseberries, a glimpse...
The house of Ordonneau Cognac consists of an estate and vineyards located completely in the Borderies terroir of the region, in the village of Cherves Richemont. This small, family producer is housed in a typical Charantais estate known as Domaine de la Grolette, with vineyards covering 27 hectares. They harvest around 3,000 hectolitres of wine on an annual basis, and every aspect of the production process takes place in and around the family estate.
