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Cognac Expert Team

Our Team Picks 2024

It should come as no surprise that we cherish our role as your guide, taking Cognac Expert customers on an enriching journey into the world of Cognac. As the premier online destination and creator of Cognac-focused content, we are committed to enhancing your understanding with an extensive array of Cognac insights. We invite you to explore deeply into the essence of all things Cognac, offering recommendations tailored to your taste or highlighting Cognacs that deserve a spot in your collection. This year, our highly anticipated yearly team picks round is here, and we’re excited to do things a little differently.

As the summer months draw near, instead of just suggesting specific Cognacs, we are thrilled to share with you our Cognac Expert team’s top picks 2024.

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Nick

Customer Service & Logistics

No introduction needed, you all know Nick - our Customer Service & Logistics Superstar. He’s the glue that holds us together, ensuring every bottle reaches our customers on time. His dedication to service excellence matches his passion for Cognac, making him an invaluable part of our team.

Nick about the L'ESSENTIEL A12

I really enjoyed the A12 over the summer, unfortunately the bottle is empty now - but luckily I've got another one. It's easy to drink, young, fresh, ist's just great. If you disagree, then just write to customer service ;-)

L'ESSENTIEL A12 Conte et Filles

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L'ESSENTIEL A12 Conte et Filles

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Highly Recommended 85 /100
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Nose: Bright and lively, suggesting youthful freshness. Immense fruitiness: ripe pear, baked green apple, mirabelle plums, splash of sweet lemony citrus not unlike that of some mid-aged riesling. Lemon curd. A tiny dash of vanilla. A refreshing absence of oak and spice, no rancio. Very fine. Very fresh. Close to the distillate. If one thinks of the Cognac aroma wheel, this is firmly in the upper hemisphere of that wheel.

Palate: Lovely texture. Good acidity and juiciness. Excellent drinkability. Fresh and youthful but oh so pleasant. This is indeed distillate forward, not oak forward - and wow what a fruity Cognac it is! The same immense fruitiness from the nose appears: pears, mirabelle plums, other yellow plums, sweet lemon citrus, green apple applesauce. Taiwanese pineapple cake, lemon curd, both giving a pleasant touch of gourmandise. Cream.

Finish: Medium length, commendable but not one to contemplate for ages. A very inviting, cheerful Cognac. One smell and sip demands another, and another, and so on. Complexity is on point for its 12 years of age. A Cognac to drink and enjoy - the perfect “session” Cognac. A fascinating display of young un-messed with Petite Champagne character. While firmly a Cognac, the traces to some whisk(e)y is unmistakable, notably Teeling (Irish) and Aultmore.

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Martina

Warehouse, Logistics & Customer Service

Meet our Warehouse Guardian. Martina and her team oversee every bottle in our inventory, treating each Cognac as if it were their own. Her organizational skills and respect for the product ensure each bottle is stored under optimal conditions.

Martina about the Marancheville Lot 14/45

Overseeing our warehouse stock, I have a keen eye on every bottle that comes and goes—but I must admit, the Marancheville 14/45 captivates my attention a bit more than others. It's remarkably balanced and bold, echoing the meticulous care we put into every aspect of our warehouse operations. This Cognac blends complexity with effortless drinkability, making it a true gem among our selections. When your bottle arrives in perfect condition, you'll know who to thank ;-) And if you’re as smitten with its flavors as I am, you’ll get why it sometimes ‘accidentally’ ends up on my desk instead of the outbound shelf!

Marancheville Tres Rare Lot N°14/45 Grande Champagne Cognac

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Marancheville Tres Rare Lot N°14/45 Grande Champagne Cognac

$ 685 $ 548
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Reviews (10)

Average rating

Exceptional 94 /100
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Special
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Grande Champagne
Bottle size
700ml
ABV
40%
Vintage year
1914
Vintage year
1945
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Color: Rich, red amber glow.

Nose: Delicate and intriguing aromas of precious wood, wax and dried flower petals captivate the nose.

Palate: The palate is uniquely aromatic, taking us to an incomparable taste universe and transporting us back through time.

Product description
Marancheville Tres Rare Lot N°14/45 Grande Champagne Cognac The house of Marancheville presents us with an outstandingly rare blend of eaux-de-vie from the historic years of 1914 and 1945 for its latest Grande Champagne Cognac. This exceptionally old Cognac from a house known for its class, excellence and endearing humility, was created using a combination of unique eaux-de-vie from a family heritage treasure. Not only does the eaux-de-vie in this blend originate solely from the premier cru o...

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Robert

Developer

Presenting our IT Virtuoso. Robert ensures our online presence is as smooth and refined as our finest Cognacs. His dedication to seamless user experiences keeps our digital platforms running flawlessly, reflecting the high quality of our offerings.

Robert about the André Petit Napoleon

I like my code clean and my Cognac smoother. That’s why the André Petit Napoleon is my go-to. It’s refined and sophisticated like a perfectly executed line of code. If you enjoy browsing our site as much as I enjoy this Cognac, then I'm doing something right. And, on the off chance the site does break, I probably had a bit too much of this Cognac...

André Petit Napoleon Collector Cognac

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André Petit Napoleon Collector Cognac

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Recommended 83 /100
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Eye: A stunning flamed amber.

Nose: Light and floral.

Palate: A delectable roundness, with rich notes of chocolate and vanilla. True signs of age come to the fore.

Product description
The Andre Petit Napoleon: Aged for 15 years The André Petit Napoléon Cognac certainly makes a statement. The electric blue label perfectly contrasts its amber liquid within, and sets it apart from the rest - and with good reason. It has been aged for 15 years in oak casks.. Jacques Petit explains how the eaux-de-vie spends part of the aging process in newer casks. They are then transferred to older casks, where the flavors and aromas develop to give them a delectable roundness. Notes of choc...

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Virginia

Producer Relations & Shop

Welcome our Producer Relations and Shop Maestro. Virginia is the liaison between our family of Cognac producers and our shop, ensuring we're stocked with the finest spirits. Her passion for Cognac, combined with her talent for building strong relationships, makes her the heartbeat of our shop.

Virginia about the Frapin XO VIP

Handling our producer relations means I'm always tasting the best of the best to ensure only the finest spirits make it to our shelves. That’s why the Frapin XO VIP is my pick—it’s as exclusive and well-crafted as the partnerships I nurture. Each glass is a reminder of the strong bonds and shared passion for quality we've built with our producers. If you find yourself enjoying this Cognac as much as I do, it's thanks to those relationships.

Frapin XO VIP Cognac

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Frapin XO VIP Cognac

$ 267 $ 251
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Highly Recommended 88 /100
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XO
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Grande Champagne
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Eye: Deep mahogany

Nose: Rich stewed fruits such as apples, raisins and dates as well as dried fruits such as apricots and candied oranges. Heady aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg, with hints of clove, pepper, coriander and cumin.

Palate: Powerful on the palate, with sticky dates and Christmas-cake spices accentuated by notes of root ginger and glacé fruits. A rich and refined taste balanced by a pronounced fruitiness with hints of chocolate, a finish of dry spices and gingerbread lingers on the tongue.

Product description
Frapin VIP XO Cognac - A Grande Champagne Stunner for Connoisseurs This Frapin VIP XO boasts all of the marvelous qualities you'd expect from a Grande Champagne blend, delivering a harmonious orchestra of spicy and fruity notes to create a sensory symphony with every sip. Aged for several decades, the Cognac has been harvested, aged, distilled, blended and bottled on-site at the Frapin estate to ensure the utmost quality and complete control over each individual aspect of the creative process. ...

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Taylor

B2B & Cognac Expert Originals

Say hello to our B2B and Originals Innovator. He is the link between us and businesses and is always on the lookout for the next great Cognac to add to our Expert Originals line. His knack for networking and his palate for Cognac go hand-in-hand.

Taylor about the Gibbon Vintage 2003

After weeks - even months - of crisp, fresh, bright summer-y Cognacs, I'm ready for something a little bit darker, spicier, richer, and chewy. This Giboin 2003 has already launched me into the Fall months. Aside from it being a seriously good Cognac, it represents massive value from the Borderies cru - and from a house that flies under the radar. So this one, in addition to this year's killer Calendar ;-), will have a permanent spot on my table this Fall. Cheers.

Giboin Borderies Vintage 2003 Borderies Cognac

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Giboin Borderies Vintage 2003 Borderies Cognac

$ 111
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Cognac age
Vintage
Growth area
Borderies
Bottle size
500ml
ABV
43.6%
Vintage year
2003
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Color: A radiant golden amber.

Nose: A bouquet of maturity, fresh floral notes with lush vineyard fruits, a touch of honey, and a whisper of vanilla.

Palate: Complexity with a velvety texture.

Finish: Long and satisfying.

Product description
Giboin Borderies Vintage 2003 Cognac The Giboin Borderies Vintage 2003 Cognac, is a single estate marvel from the heart of the prestigious Borderies cru. This exquisite expression, with a limited availability, is a testament to the Giboin family's dedication to crafting cognacs of unparalleled quality and distinction. The Giboin Borderies Vintage 2003 stands out for its natural composition, free from any additives such as sugar or caramel, ensuring the purest expression of the ugni-blanc grape...

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Thomas

Marketing

Meet our Marketing Magician. Always thinking with a creative twist, Thomas knows exactly how to weave stories around our precious Cognacs. His energy is contagious and he has an incredible knack for communicating what makes our Cognac selections so unique.

Thomas about the Conte et Filles XXO

In our marketing, it's all about storytelling, presenting small producers to you, and each Cognac has its own tale. That’s exactly why I’m drawn to Conte et filles XXO—especially this summer it was my go-to Cognac with its fresh, floral, fruity profile. As I'm just setting up this page for you, our trusted community, I'm actually enjoying a small sip of the Cognac. Great Cognac!

Conte et Filles XXO Cognac

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Conte et Filles XXO Cognac

$ 168 $ 114
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Recommended 84 /100
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XXO
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Eye: Warm amber with orange reflections

Nose: A frank and assumed complexity of candied fruits, cloves, pear jam, walnuts and prunes embellished with a delicate fragrance of leather which gives it an unequivocal roundness and length

Palate: Aromas of candied fruit, cloves, pear jam, walnuts and prunes and a hint of leather

Product description
Conte et Filles XXO Conte et Filles XXO is a rounded Cognac that develops with blissful aromas of candied fruit, cloves, pear jam, walnuts and prunes and a hint of leather. As an extra old Cognac blend, it was produced by Pierre-Marie and Bernard Conte (the father and uncle of Blandine and Anne-Laure, who lead the Cognac house today), and its youngest component dates back to 2007, the oldest back to 1999. The Conte et Filles XXO Cognac was distilled without lees and mainly aged in red barrels ...

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Malte

Operations & Finance

Here's our Operations & Finance Whiz. With an eye for details and a head for numbers, Malte ensures our business runs smoothly. He loves diving into spreadsheets as much as savoring a fine glass of Cognac, always ensuring we're moving forward.

Malte about the Audry Mémorial

Balancing books and scrutinizing budgets is all in a day’s work for me, which is why I appreciate a Cognac that's as meticulously crafted as my spreadsheets. The Audry Memorial tops my list, it's an absolutely fantastic Cognac. Complex, rich, but also fresh at the same time. So, if there’s ever a hiccup in the numbers, blame it on my deep appreciation for this Cognac.

Audry Memorial Cognac

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Audry Memorial Cognac

$ 247 $ 185
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Highly Recommended 89 /100
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Réserve
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Fine Champagne
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Eye: A dark, mahogany and garnet red.

Nose: Complex and rich aromatic palette. Green pepper, fresh apple, tobacco, spices, roasted coffee beans, cocoa and rancio. The result is sumptuous and lingering.

Palate: Full bodied, mellow with a subtle note of anis, violet and licorice. A smooth and honeyish aftertaste that is satin to the palate and lasts a long time.

Product description
You will not find AUDRY locally, and we offer the best international price per bottle. If you find these bottles cheaper locally, we will match the price.  A Fine Champagne Réserve Cognac by Audry An exquisite and beautifully presented Fine Champagne blend, the Audry Mémorial Cognac will certainly take you on a journey of its long maturation process with such a complex palette of flavors and aromas. A blend of eaux-de-vie of nothing younger than 30 years, and up to 60 years in age, it is a ...

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All team picks - an overview

There you have it with our team picks. It goes without saying that these picks are a reflection of each person’s individual tastes and what each person wants to enjoy at this moment in time. In a few months’ time, these picks could very well change - and that is a good thing.

As can easily be seen, there is a Cognac out there for every season, for every time, for every mood, and for every person. Cheers!

L'ESSENTIEL A12 Conte et Filles 01 L'ESSENTIEL A12 Conte et Filles 02
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L'ESSENTIEL A12 Conte et Filles

$ 118
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Highly Recommended 85 /100
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André Petit Napoleon Collector Cognac 01 André Petit Napoleon Collector Cognac 02
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André Petit Napoleon Collector Cognac

$ 101
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Recommended 83 /100
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Marancheville Tres Rare Lot N°14/45 Grande Champagne Cognac 01
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Marancheville Tres Rare Lot N°14/45 Grande Champagne Cognac

$ 685 $ 548
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Exceptional 94 /100
Frapin XO VIP Cognac Frapin XO VIP Cognac
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Frapin XO VIP Cognac

$ 267 $ 251
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Highly Recommended 88 /100
Conte et Filles XXO Cognac 01
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Conte et Filles XXO Cognac

$ 168 $ 114
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Recommended 84 /100
Audry Memorial Cognac Audry Memorial Cognac
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Audry Memorial Cognac

$ 247 $ 185
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Highly Recommended 89 /100

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