Cognac/Armagnac-Nellites Flashcards
(21 cards)
Where in France is Cognac?
Just north of Bordeaux on the coast
Where in France is Armagnac?
South of Bordeaux along the Garone
Name the two subregions of Cognac.
- Grand Champagne
- Petite Champagne
What are the aging requirements for VS/Three Star Cognac?
2 years
(Very Special)
What are the aging requirements for VSOP Cognac?
4 years
(Very Superior Old Pale)
What are the aging requirements for XO Cognac?
10 years
(Extra Old)
What is the main grape used in Cognac production?
Ugni Blanc
How many times is Cognac distilled?
TWO times in copper POT stills
— AKA Charentais stills
Name the three subregions of Armagnac.
- Haut Armagnac
- Bas Armagnac
- Ténerèze
What are the aging requirements for VS/Three Star Armagnac?
2 years
What are the aging requirements for VSOP Armagnac?
4 years
What are the aging requirements for XO Armagnac?
10 years
What white grapes are used in Armagnac production?
- Ugni Blanc
- Folle Blanche
- Colombard
- Baco
How many times is Armagnac distilled?
One time in a unique continuous still
What type of wood is used for aging both Cognac and Armagnac?
French oak
Name two producers of Cognac.
- Hennessey
- Rémy Martin
Name two producers of Armagnac.
- Larressingle
- Delord
True or False: Cognac is distilled once in a continuous still.
False
True or False: Armagnac is aged in French oak barrels.
True
What are the six Crus of Cognas?
-Grande Champagne
-Petite Champagne
-Borderies
-Fins Bois
-Bons Bois
-Bois Ordinaire
What are the three Crus of Armagnac?
-Bas-Armagnac
-Armagnac Ténarèze
-Haut Armagnac
