Chateau de Beaulon XO Vintage 1980 Cognac

A Millésime XO Cognac from the Grande Champagne

A powerful and elegant Cognac, since it appeared in 2013 it has certainly made a big impression. The Chateau de Beaulon XO Vintage 1980 Cognac is a stunning Millésime Cognac; it provides a perfect snapshot of the Grande Champagne cru from the harvest of 1980. The Chateau de Beaulon is enviably situated on the undulating and chalky hillsides of the Gironde estuary in the Premier Cru, benefiting from a temperate climate with a dominant exposure from the West/South West.

They also farm their grapes sustainably to respect the natural balance of this historic region. The 1980 Vintage Cognac is crafted using Folle Blanche, Colombard and Montil grape varieties, remaining loyal to the traditional 16th-century wine stocks belonging to the vineyard.

Distillation takes place with light lees using 4 small volume pot stills which are handcrafted in copper. The swan’s necks and still heads are key to the distillation process at the Chateau. The low volume increases the aromas and concentrates the floral, fruity aromas.

Chateau de Beaulon XO Vintage 1980 Awards

Golden Citadels - Vinexpo Bordeaux 2013

Vinalies Internationales d'Or 2014

IWSC Silver 2014

Chateau de Beaulon estate and savoir-faire

The Chateau de Beaulon vineyards make up ninety hectares of the historic Charente region. They use a combination of ancestral savoir-faire in the cellars, alongside the latest in modern technology.

Presentation of this 1980 Vintage Cognac

This Vintage Cognac pairs well with orange biscuits, orange marmalade, gingerbread and orange jam. Serve it neat. A stylish classic 70cl decanter, with a simple label and black wax seal on the side. It arrives in a wonderful wooden presentation box, and is proofed at 40% ABV.