- Cognac age
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XO
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- Growth area
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Grande Champagne
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- Bottle size
- 700ml
- Age (maximum)
- 25
- Brand
- Paul Giraud
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Growth area & soil: Grande Champagne
Grande Champagne
Description
Paul Giraud Vieille Réserve Cognac: sweet and smooth Grande Champagne
The Paul Giraud estate is well known for not only its premier cru eaux-de-vie, but equally, its emphasis on traditional methods of production, from hand-picking the grapes to using traditional copper alembic stills for distillation. The estate uses organic farming techniques, meaning there are no chemicals or pesticides in their eaux-de-vie, producing a purer, more authentic flavor profile and a distinctive depth of character.
The Paul Giraud Cognac Vieille Reserve is a prime example of hard work paying off, a high-quality 25-year-old XO Cognac offering a sweet and smooth experience with every single sip. The brand has won many awards as an independent winegrower, its estate is small, only 35 hectares, but mighty in terms of the intense flavors it produces.
This particular Grande Champagne blend boasts that classic rancio character typically found in older eaux-de-vie, it holds aromas of fresh stone fruits such as apricot and peach and caramelized plums. It has a very supple yet rich flavor profile, having been left to mature for around 25 years.
What makes this Cognac so unique is its uncharacteristic sweetness for a Cognac of this age, its caramel notes mellow out the sharp stone fruits whilst balancing out the oaky aromas produced from its 25 years in Limousin casks.
Bold baking spices permeate on both nose and palate, including vanilla and clove. Honey and mandarin peel add another element to this Vieille Reserve, a truly complex and sensory adventure.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy this Vieille Reserve neat in a classic balloon glass, slightly warmed by the hands and sipped slowly to savor the sweet and mellow flavor profile that evolves as you make your way down the glass.
Presentation of the Bottle
The classic, artisanal design of this Cognac reflects the authenticity, tradition, and independence of the estate itself, with elegant brown, amber and orange tones that perfectly complement the golden hue of the Cognac itself. The bottle equally comes with a cardboard case for display, gifting or storage purposes.
Reviews (9)
Fruit bomb
This is a 25 year old Cognac from the quality producer Paul Giraud. It has a deep quite dark color. On nose I primarily find fruity notes - apricot and peach. Thereafter there some tones of honey. After some time in the glass some darker tones appear. In mouth there is a lot of taste where fruit...
Light Good Middle X.O. Cognac Appropriate As Aperitif or As Digestive
At the opening - scent of bitter almond, dried fruits, lime and notes of Irish coffee on the back. No ethanol spirit smell. Alcohol is integrated into the cognac aroma. In The Glass: First 5-7 minutes scent of fermented apples and lime. Next 10-15 minutes scents of oranges, peaches,...
Excellence in a cognac
I waited until the second bottle to review this cognac. Some cognacs are like a weekend fling or a summer romance: up-front fireworks and a finish that leaves you breathless. I like that sometimes. But this cognac is one for a long-term relationship. It has great aromatics, weight in the right places,...
The great choice
Hello to all, This sample is something what exactly needed to taste for everyone who is came in cognac world. I was surprised of aroma and palate. It had forced me to be in up mood and thinking about pleasant things. Have to return again and again... Estimated on 4 only because I don't see...
Project Manager
If you truly enjoy the taste of caramel with a touch of sweetness, then I suggest this elixir of the Gods. I enjoy sipping good cognacs and by far this is a great tasting cognac. Add 1 cube of Ice with a lemon twist and you have the taste of heaven in your hands.
About Paul Giraud
COGNAC PAUL GIRAUD & Fils is a family-owned estate located in Bouteville, a small village in the heart of Grande Champagne, the premier cru of Cognac. The estate has been passed down from father to son since 1635. Paul Jean Giraud, born in 1952, is the 10th generation to lead the domain. In 1975, Paul Jean and his father founded Cognac Paul Giraud, and the brand was established in 1976 with the beginning of bottling. For five years, Paul Jean developed his sales in France before beginning to export in 1980. Currently, their cognacs are distributed selectively in France, in fine grocery stores, wine shops, and restaurants, and are exported to more than 35 countries around the world. In continuation and transmission, Paul, son of Paul Jean (11th generation), works alongside his father. They share the same passion and have a common vision for the sustainability of their know-how.
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