Hine Rare French Cognac, Smooth & Elegant Fine Champagne Cognac, Best Enjoyed Neat, Rare Hine Cognac, Grande & Fine Region Grapes, Fruity & Floral Cognac, 70cl, 40% ABV

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Hine Cognacs are some of the most highly regarded around the world for their quality, elegance and complexity. After a trip to Maison Hine in the picturesque Jarnac, we take a closer look at one of its classic releases, the regal Hine Rare VSOP Cognac. What is Hine? A Bit of One of the most famous and most popular types of brandy has to be Cognac – and more specifically, Hennessy. But there's more to brandy than just this well known one, so we've compiled a list of 10 of the best brandy brands in the world. Aside from Cognac brandy made in the south west of France, there's also Armagnac brandy, which comes from just a little further south than the Cognac region. Our price guarantee. If you find an online retailer that ships and sells this product at a cheaper total cost, we will price match.

After a couple of minutes, the astringency takes a more prominent role on the palate. It reveals layers upon layers of depth, just to balance off the caramelly, raisiny fruit-sweetness. The creamy mouthfeel and texture translate into rich marzipan and white nougat. All in all, this is a rather complex tasting experience, despite this being a VSOP and not a prestige XO bottling. While some spirits rely on specific terms (like bottled in bond) or age statements, cognac comes in VS (aged for at least two years), VSOP (aged for at least four years), XO (aged at least ten years), XXO (aged at least 14 years), and beyond. On top of these terms, there are also other offshoots like Hors d’âge which is used to describe a cognac that has matured past the official age range. There are also other phrases like Napoleon, Reserve, Extra Cognac, and Cuvee Cognac that you might find on longer-aged expressions. How Should You Drink Cognac?Aged in the traditional Solera system, sherry-soaked barrels give this brandy its distinct taste and warm colour. Hine Rare VSOP is a blend of around twenty eaux-de-vie from Grande and Petite Champagne grapes. Their expertise ensures that the original, delicate flavour from the grapes persists through the distilling, ageing and blending process. Suave yet delicate Made using airen and palomino grapes, Fundador is the top Spanish grape brandy and for good reason.

Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. This edition from Remy Martin is a tribute to the mastery of La Maison Remy Martin who was recognised in 1738 by the King of France.A shelf show-stopper, this Martell XO is a premium Cognac you'll want to save for special occasions. The distinctive arch-shaped bottle puts it in another class to other rival spirits. Cognac is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious and delightful spirits. In this review, you will discover Hine Rare VSOP as I cover the following topics: Hailing from the Cognac region in Southwest France, it’s hard to look past names like Hennessy, Rémy Martin, and Pierre Ferrand when you’re searching for the best. However, our list below will uncover a few brands you’ve likely never heard of to teach you a thing or two along the way as well.

This cognac offers generous notes of plum and fig marmalade as well as intense oaky notes of toffee and toasted bread - the perfect blend of sweet and woody. On the banks of the river Charente is Jarnac, where in 1763 began the adventure of Hine. Two and a half centuries after Thomas Hine’s founding journey from Dorset, the historic cellars of the 16 quai de l’Orangerie see their doors opening. VS (Very Special) – The most common form of cognac, which has been aged for the mandatory minimum of two years. When we think of brandy, we sometimes think of old men sipping it neat from a decorated glass tumbler while puffing on a chunky cigar.Meanwhile, Camus continues to shake things up after all these years. On the heels of its acclaimed Elegance Range, the distillery recently debuted new VS, VSOP (mentioned above), and XO statements. Each one brings over 150 years of craftsmanship to fruition and delivers exceptional colour, aroma, and taste as a result. Our identity is drawn from the heart of two Premier Crus: Grande Champagne & Petite Champagne. Distillation with the lees concentrate the aromas of our white wines tenfold. Light toasted fine-grained wood barrels preserve our cognac's authentic personality that is celebrated around the world. The vast majority of the best cognac châteaux have been in the game for centuries, and Hine is certainly no exception. Since 1763, the acclaimed brand has been turning grapes into greatness by way of abundant resources and expert production techniques. Virtually everything this top cognac house produces strikes a distinctive accord, and no two releases in the Vintage Collection are exactly the same. Scotland. Read more about Hine, its vineyards, blending process, small distilleries, huge cellars and glorious maison here. Hine Rare VSOP Cognac Hine Rare VSOP cognac never disappoints. It’s a Fine Champagne cognac, a blend of Grande Champagne (60%) and Petite Champagne (40%). Aged 6 to 12 years.

It’s all too easy to rhapsodise about the quality and complexity of the classic XO (Extra Old) and Hors d’Age Cognac expressions. This is conveniently forgetting that roughly two-thirds of the Cognac consumed on the planet is from the VS (Very Special) and VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale) classifications. This rich VSOP Cognac is best enjoyed in a traditional tulip glass as a digestif or late into the evening. It’s the perfect accompaniment for sumptuous chocolate desserts or a hot espresso. A living testament to the art of blending, Pierre Ferrand marries various vintages to harmonious effect. Striving for absolute distinction, the brand doesn’t abide by the traditional classifications of VS, VSOP, and XO. Instead, it employs unique designations and occasionally veers outside of regulatory practices. In turn, some output doesn’t fall under the official “cognac” banner, even if it’s crafted entirely from Grande Champagne grapes. Suffice it to say, every aspect of this operation emanates an artisanal vibe. Gran Mariner differentiates itself from the other cognac brands because it’s more than just a cognac. In fact, due to its recipe, it’s not a cognac at all. Even though it contains cognac, it’s a liqueur because it also contains sugar and bitter orange flavours. While it comes in a wide range of expressions, its Cordon Rouge with its flavours of caramel, candied orange peels, and nutty sweetness is the most well-known by far. But we’re also entering after-dinner territory here in terms of richness and breadth. Just don’t pour any of these into one of those abominable, balloon-shaped snifter glasses. A stemmed, tulip-shaped glass is the best drinking vessel for VSOP. VSOP Cognacs to tryNow we've given you some insights into the 10 best brandy brands in the world, it should be much easier for you to make a choice when you're buying. Decide your budget, the occasion and the main taste notes you're looking for and you can go from there. When the cognac finally lands in the bottle, its adjoining age statement denotes the youngest vintage in the blend. There are three general age statements: Being relatively new to the world of Cognac, I've found this product to be the best I've had to this point. Created in 1946 by Miguel Torres Cabó, this is the brand's flagship brandy. Torres himself has been described as "one of Spain's most innovative and influential winemakers."