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The 1996 Vintage comes in Ragnaud-Sabourin’s tall, elegant bottle dressed in the house’s signature purple-and-ivory livery. A refined paper label bearing the vintage year underscores its single-harvest authenticity, while the natural cork and purple capsule add a classic touch. The bottle is housed in a matching protective tube, echoing light wood grain with RS insignia—quietly premium and unmistakably Grande Champagne.
An article published in Le Figaro in December highlights the relevance of vintage Cognacs and draws attention to Ragnaud Sabourin’s choice to focus on the 1996 vintage. Much like great wines from Bordeaux or Burgundy, a vintage Cognac captures the character of a vineyard in a specific year, shaped by the climatic conditions of that season. Distillation further concentrates these differences, enhancing both strengths and distinctive traits. The 1996 growing season, marked by ideally balanced weather conditions, produced Cognacs at Ragnaud Sabourin noted for their elegance and depth, in line with the house style. These vintage expressions, preserved as a snapshot in time, are intended for a knowledgeable audience and are particularly appreciated by international connoisseurs, notably in Asian markets.
The 1996 Vintage is bottled in Ragnaud-Sabourin’s tall, elegant silhouette dressed in the house’s signature purple-and-ivory livery. A refined paper label prominently displays the millésime, underscoring single-harvest authenticity, while the natural cork and purple capsule add a classic finishing touch. The bottle is presented in a matching protective tube that echoes a light wood-grain motif with the RS insignia—quietly premium and unmistakably Grande Champagne.
Serve at 18–20 °C in a tulip glass and allow a few minutes of aeration to reveal layers of candied fruit, polished oak, spice and refined rancio. Enjoy neat; water or ice is unnecessary, though a single drop can open the nose if desired. Thoughtful pairings include a square of 70–75% dark chocolate, roasted almonds, or a wedge of aged Comté; aficionados may also appreciate it alongside a mild, well-made cigar.
A prestigious family-run estate with a history dating back to 1850, the cognac house of Ragnaud Sabourin are known for their blends and single vintages produced from only the 1er cru region of the Grande Champagne. Priding themselves at keeping firmly to family and tradition, even their employers and clients span the generations. The estate produces a complete range of cognacs, from a VS through to single year vintages, and Cognac Ragnaud Sabourin embrace the past, present and future to create cognacs of exceptional quality.
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