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Courvoisier Vintage Connoisseur Collection 21 Years Cognac
Exceptional 94 /100
- Cognac age
- Vintage
- Growth area
- Grande Champagne
- Bottle size
- 700ml
- ABV
- 41%
- Age (maximum)
- 21
Dwayne S.
Reviews written: 1 (see reviews)
Average Score given: 94
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First Order: Customer for Life!
Exceptional 94 /100
This was the first order for me from Cognac Expert and without hesitation this was one of the best online order experiences I've had. It's been difficult getting this cognac here in the US, so I was exstatic to find it and to then go through an order and receiving process that was absolutely first rate! I truly felt like they had my best interests in mind and provided fantastic customer service throughout the order process from initial placement to receiving my favorite juice!
As for the cognac, hands down my favorite sip in every way! One of my most enjoyable parts of getting a bottle of this is the initial uncorking, quickly grabbing a waft of the bananas foster-like essence as it first breathes from the bottle. From there, the nose hits the palate and the scent travels to the tongue, I smile and things seem to be right in the world, if even for just a moment. I only dream of being eloquent enough with my words to offer a "critics review" of this cognac, but I would likely fall well short of the experince this incredible cognac provides me. Instead I offer this, if you can find one and you can afford it, do not hesitate to provide yourself the opportunity to at least try this one, it's a treat and well worth it! For those who like the spicy, leather, mushroom or similar flavor palates, this won't likely make your favorites list, but if you prefer more bananas, dried fruit, caramel, and similar as I do, I don't think you will be disappointed. This has been and will be my absolute favorite cognac for overall dollars-per-enjoyment value, yes there are others that may bring a skosh more for the taste experience but not at all close for the price. Do not hesitate to get this in your cellar or on your bar shelf!
Tasting
Nose
What aromas do you get when you sniff the Cognac? Do you get hints of fruits or flowers - perhaps it's sweet? Is it intense or rather flat - and most importantly, is the nose coherent to taste and finish? The nose is the most important part when tasting Cognac.
23/25
What aromas do you get when you sniff the Cognac? Do you get hints of fruits or flowers - perhaps it's sweet? Is it intense or rather flat - and most importantly, is the nose coherent to taste and finish? The nose is the most important part when tasting Cognac.
Mouth
A small sip: Allow your taste buds in the various areas of your mouth to distinguish the different flavours. This part of cognac tasting is described as ‘the palate’. Don’t just swallow it down; allow the liquid to touch all the regions of the mouth. Doing this is necessary as the taste buds pick up contrasting flavours in the different areas of the mouth; on the tip of your tongue to the sides, for example. Take a tiny sip to prep your palate for the sensory experience to come. Take a second larger sip, and gently roll the cognac around, etting it come into contact with every corner of your mouth. Focus on the perceived textural sensations. Are the sensations round and rich or fresh and elegant? Is the overall mouthfeel intense, balanced, disjointed, or lacking presence? In short, how does the cognac feel in your mouth?
19/20
A small sip: Allow your taste buds in the various areas of your mouth to distinguish the different flavours. This part of cognac tasting is described as ‘the palate’. Don’t just swallow it down; allow the liquid to touch all the regions of the mouth. Doing this is necessary as the taste buds pick up contrasting flavours in the different areas of the mouth; on the tip of your tongue to the sides, for example. Take a tiny sip to prep your palate for the sensory experience to come. Take a second larger sip, and gently roll the cognac around, etting it come into contact with every corner of your mouth. Focus on the perceived textural sensations. Are the sensations round and rich or fresh and elegant? Is the overall mouthfeel intense, balanced, disjointed, or lacking presence? In short, how does the cognac feel in your mouth?
Taste
Quite simply, what do you taste as you gently roll the cognac around in your mouth? Pay close attention to any flavors of fruits, flowers, oak, and spices - or a complex combination of those elements. Are the flavors cohesive with the Nose and the Mouth, giving a sense of balance and complexity?
23/25
Quite simply, what do you taste as you gently roll the cognac around in your mouth? Pay close attention to any flavors of fruits, flowers, oak, and spices - or a complex combination of those elements. Are the flavors cohesive with the Nose and the Mouth, giving a sense of balance and complexity?
Finish
The ‘finish’ is the experience you get after you’ve swallowed the cognac. What flavours can you detect? Is it a flat or rough finish and rather sharp, or is it a slight 'punch' you like? How long does the finish last? Also think about overall balance: How does the finish compare to nose and taste?
19/20
The ‘finish’ is the experience you get after you’ve swallowed the cognac. What flavours can you detect? Is it a flat or rough finish and rather sharp, or is it a slight 'punch' you like? How long does the finish last? Also think about overall balance: How does the finish compare to nose and taste?
Overall Impression
Consider the Nose, Mouth, Taste, and Finish simultaneously - the cognac as a whole. Is there cohesion between the four categories, or does the cognac shine in some areas and appear dull in others? Quite simply, is the memory from the tasting experience one that will last your lifetime; is the memory good but nothing extraordinary; or is the cognac’s impact entirely forgettable?
10/10
Consider the Nose, Mouth, Taste, and Finish simultaneously - the cognac as a whole. Is there cohesion between the four categories, or does the cognac shine in some areas and appear dull in others? Quite simply, is the memory from the tasting experience one that will last your lifetime; is the memory good but nothing extraordinary; or is the cognac’s impact entirely forgettable?
Total: 94/100
- 80-84: Recommended
- 85-89: Highly Recommended
- 90-95: Exceptional
- 96-100: Superlative