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This dual-aging process creates a brandy with layers of complexity—the wine casks contribute fruit-forward elegance and subtle tannins while the bourbon barrels add vanilla, caramel, and oak spice that American whiskey drinkers will find familiar and inviting. The result is an approachable yet sophisticated brandy that bridges the gap between traditional grape brandies and the bold, oak-influenced character of American whiskey, making it perfect for bourbon and rye drinkers exploring brandy or brandy enthusiasts seeking something with more robust character than typical offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, Fat Thumb Brandy reveals inviting aromas of dried fruit, vanilla, and caramel with notes of toasted oak, baking spices, and subtle wine grape character. The palate delivers a smooth, well-rounded experience with flavors of raisin, fig, butterscotch, and toffee complemented by warm oak spice, cinnamon, and hints of dark chocolate that create appealing complexity. The finish is warming and satisfying with lingering dried fruit, oak tannins, vanilla, and gentle spice. The bourbon barrel influence gives it enough backbone and familiar flavor cues to appeal to whiskey drinkers while maintaining the fruit-forward elegance that defines quality brandy. Enjoy it neat or with a splash of water to appreciate its layered character, over ice for a more relaxed sipper, or use it creatively in cocktails where its unique profile can shine—it works particularly well in brandy Old Fashioneds, Sidecars, or as an interesting substitute in whiskey cocktails. 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With additional nutrients and better water retention, the Ténarèze has soil much better adapted to the production of quality table wine. This is the area from which Côtes de Gascogne wines hail. The Pellehaut estate covers 550 hectares, many of which are planted with grains or sunflowers, or used as grazing grounds for their herd of Blonde d’Aquitaine cows--whose compost helps to limit synthetic fertilizers. Vines now cover 250 hectares on several different types of soil, including mixtures of clay and limestone along with sand interspersed with small limestone pieces. For their armagnacs, they only use grapes grown on the parcels covered with primarily sand, helping to give their spirits unusual finesse for the Ténarèze region, which is often written off as a second fiddle to the Bas-Armagnac. 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The signature grape, Pinot Noir, provides a dark cherry character and a rich silky mouthfeel. Colombard distillate adds a fresh apple character while Sémillon provides richness with peach and apricot notes. The balance of both fruit and oak flavors is unique to Germain-Robin XO. The vanilla and toast flavors from the French oak complement the fruit which creates layers of complexity that only can be found from sourcing great fruit. The fermentation and distillation is driven with the goal of emphasizing fruit and mouthfeel and then paired with aging in select Limousin Oak Barrels. 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Working together, the duo created a custom blend for an overproof VS offering at 52% ABV. The blend is made up of 4 casks of Baco and 3 of Folle Blanche, most aged around 4 years, with one older 17 barrel to lend depth to the bright, fruity, floral affair.\u003c\/span\u003e As with every PM Spirits custom bottling, the label provides full transparency to the contents and creation of this one-of-a-kind bottle. Bottled at cask strength with no additives and no filtration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Domaine dedicates about 8 hectares of vines to making Armagnac - growing Baco 22 A and Folle Blanche. The estate uses two small stills; one that is over 100 years old, the second belongs to a traveling-distiller. Distillation is slow - about 4 casks of 420 liters every 24 hours. The estate distills for one week per year. When the Armagnac needs to be proofed down, distilled water is added little by little, at least 6 months before bottling. The family uses local Gascon Oak casks, toasted to a medium level and produced about 15km from the estate, by one of the last independent coopers in the area. The estate uses two cellars - one dating back to the 17th century and a second built in 2003, which hold about 240 casks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PM Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":32771178987605,"sku":"61835505","price":62.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/pm-spirits-overproof-vs-bas-armagnac_8c0719d9-4fe8-408d-bbd8-55f8ef3459a8.jpg?v=1616480319"},{"product_id":"ferrand-ambre-cognac","title":"Ferrand Ambre Cognac","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduced on the Ferrand estate located in the heart of the Grande Champagne growing cru, the most sought after appellation in Cognac. Pierre Ferrand produces only Grand Champagne Cognacs or cognacs crafted exclusively from grapes grown in the chalky soils of the Grand Champagne Appellation d’origine contrôlée designation. This Ambre bottling is a blend of Cognacs aged for an average of 10 years, showcasing the bright youthful fruit, along with a greater depth just beginning to show itself after a decade in French Oak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the nose, there is orange peel , chamomile, and floral notes, especially rose and violet. The palate is bright, with citrus, stone fruit, green tea, and a slight oak spice. The finish takes us back to orange peel, along with vanilla, almond, and a wee hit of tingling black pepper. Bottled at 40% abv. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Ferrand","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37716395557062,"sku":"73558754","price":56.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/files\/ferrand-ambre-cognac.jpg?v=1752352702"},{"product_id":"vecchia-romagna-riserva-tre-botti-brandy","title":"Vecchia Romagna Riserva Tre Botti Brandy","description":"From Vecchia Romagna comes Riserva Tre Botti, a blend of brandies aged in three different cask types. There's French oak barriques, Slavonian oak casks and barrels which previously held Italian red wine. It's all bottled up at 40.8% ABV, and like their other brandies is packaged in a triangular-shaped bottle. The blend is crafted from a variety of ages, including brandies aged up to 15 years. “Double Gold” medal winner at San Francisco Spirits World Competition 2021.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromas of apricot jam, candied fruit, vanilla, honey, quince and toasty oak with faint clove and violet. On the palate you'll find a mix of vanilla and delicately spiced toasty oak with clove, mocha coffee, orange marmalade and apricot jam. On the finish pastry, clove, dry toasty oak, and vanilla close out this distinctly Italian brandy.","brand":"Montenegro","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":38131152191686,"sku":"92551842","price":52.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/vecchia-romagna-riserva-tre-botti-brandy.jpg?v=1612744285"},{"product_id":"cobrafire-domaine-desperance-still-strength-eau-de-vie-brandy","title":"Cobrafire Domaine D'Esperance Still Strength Eau de Vie Brandy","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true spirits nerd bottle, Cobrafire is distilled by Domaine d'Esperance in the Armagnac region of France from the Folle Blanche and Baco grape varietals. The folks at PM spirits felt this distillate expressed itself more like a “grape eau-de-vie” than an “unaged Armagnac” (which it technically is), hence they shunned the “Blanche d’Armagnac” appellation and had it bottled as an “eau-de-vie de raisin”. After distillation, the distillate is rested in stainless steel tanks for three months to allow the harsher aromas to fully evaporate before bottling at a full still strength of 50.5% abv.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eNo additives, no coloring, no sweetener. Pure, unadulterated, unaged distillate. What’s in the bottle is the true essence of unaged French brandy. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PM Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":39416427151558,"sku":"49391550","price":66.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/cobrafire-domaine-d_esperance-still-strength-eau-de-vie-brandy.jpg?v=1619908964"},{"product_id":"cognac-park-12-year-borderies-mizunara-oak-brandy","title":"Cognac Park 12 Year Borderies Mizunara Oak Brandy","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Distillerie Tessendier estate was founded in 1880 by Gaston Tessendier. Today, it's still run as a family house, Maison Park, built on carrying that tradition forward through the generations. The Borderies cru, one of six delimited growing regions for cognac, is the one of the smallest by land area. A rarity among cognacs from this region, Cognac Park Borderies was aged 12 years, with the first 10 months spent in new Limousin oak casks before being transferred to older casks. After another 11 years in those used casks, it is finished for 9 months in Japanese Mizunara Oak, a much prized wood for aging spirits that is seldom seen due to it's price and notorious difficulty to work with. But the result here is spectacular, with the Mizunara adding a richness and depth of spice that is atypical for Cognac, particularly at just 12 years of age. Bottled at 44% abv. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Maison Cognac Park","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":39619153920198,"sku":"17043523","price":118.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/cognac-park-12-year-borderies-mizunara-oak-brandy.jpg?v=1619384285"},{"product_id":"baardseth-xo-single-cru-cognac","title":"Baardseth XO Single Cru Cognac","description":"\u003cp\u003eBaardseth's XO Single Cru bottling is obtained through the distillation of wines coming from the unique and underrepresented Petite Champagne cru of the Cognac region. Located in the area surrounding the Grande Champagne in the center of the region, Petite Champagne consists primarily of a clay stone soil, which is terrible for most agriculture but fantastic for the production of wine - particularly wine that lends itself to making brandy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XO bottling in particular is blend of 10-20 year old brandies, aged in lightly toasted limousin oak barrels in a humid, temperature controlled cellar before being bottled 43.2% abv. On the nose, there is a fantastic balance of minerality and dried fruit, with prunes, crystallized citrus, classic old Cognac rancio, tobacco, and a brooding hint of dankness. The palate follows with more bright fruits, minerality, oxidized notes, light cigar box, and warm baking spices, which linger on the finish. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baardseth Cognac","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":39779357262022,"sku":"96016202","price":86.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/baardseth-xo-single-cru-cognac.jpg?v=1621028990"},{"product_id":"chateau-de-millet-vsop-bas-armagnac","title":"Chateau de Millet VSOP Bas Armagnac","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Château de Millet is located at Eauze, Gers, in Gascony right at the heart of Armagnac.  First dedicated to mixed farming and production of Armagnac, the domain is now also producing Côtes de Gascogne wines, “Domaine de Millet”. Run by the\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eDèche family for five generations, Francis and Lydie Dèche are the current proprietors, along with their daughter Laurence. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe vineyard runs through the green hills North-West of Eauze, where sandy and clay soils meet the so-called “sables fauves” which are sandy soils. The Dèche's grow both Ugni Blanc and Baco grapes, and all of their brandies are a blend of the two, the Ugni Blanc providing great structure and Baco lending brighter top notes of flowers and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs soon as they are out of the still, brandies are put in 400 liter French Oak barrels and allowed to slowly age in the family's chai. For the VSOP bottling, the brandy is aged for 5 years, all the while being slowly brought down to 42% before being blended and bottled. On the nose, there is fresh citrus oil, light vanilla, and floral notes. On the palate, a bit of young spirit driven spice comes out, alongside delicate peach and pear, a slight acidity, and wet stone.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Chateau de Millet","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":40203042488518,"sku":"39023911","price":59.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/chateau-de-millet-vsop-bas-armagnac.jpg?v=1626034974"},{"product_id":"charron-12-year-2007-vintage-cask-strength-bas-armagnac","title":"Charron 12 Year 2007 Vintage Cask Strength Bas-Armagnac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDomaine de Charron, located in tiny Perquie, Landes (the same village as our beloved Chateau de Ravignan) is a small producer, distilling just 4-6 barrels a year from their 12 hectares of Baco grapes. The brandies are bottled traditionally, without any reduction, additives, or coloring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the great qualities of Armagnac made from Baco is its ability to work wonders when trading with oak during the long years of barrel aging, and Charron is a fantastic example of this. This affinity for oak is taken to the next level by the domaine, aging entirely in new barrels, which are left untouched once filled - no topping off and no blending of the vintages during the aging process. This makes their process more akin to Bourbon producers than to almost any other Armagnac producer (the mysterious and lauded Lous Pibous stock being a notable exception). The proprietor, Claude Lartigue, stands apart from the general model of producers in the region, who for the most part have been making Armagnac on their family land for generations. Claude began in the industry buying and selling barrels of Armagnac here and there, before eventually purchasing the Baco vineyards that he produces from today. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 2007 vintage aged for 12 years in new oak before being bottled at a cask strength of 51.3% abv. If ever there was a single bottle of Armagnac more perfectly suited to bring in a Bourbon drinker, it's hard to imagine a more perfect candidate than this. The comparisons to the well loved and sought after Lous Pibous is inevitable, and apt. The concentration of flavor and intensity of aging in new oak are both there, and well balanced with the essential fruity character of any good armagnac. The nose opens with spiced cherry, orange oils, salted caramel, sandalwood, rich, fresh pressed apple juice, cedar, and honestly - gummy bears. On first sip, it's like riding through an orchard in a sugar coated oak barrel. As you ride through, you get flavors of apple juice, apricot, honey nut cheerios, cinnamon, red hots, maple, and a hint of savory herbs. It's a robust and complex sipper to be sure, but if you're up for a bit of whimsy and love an extravagant cocktail, it'll make a killer Manhattan too. But you didn't hear that from us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Charron","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41022575411398,"sku":"64164090","price":109.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/charron-12-year-2007-vintage-cask-strength-bas-armagnac.jpg?v=1634346214"},{"product_id":"cognac-park-vs-carte-blanche-brandy","title":"Cognac Park VS Carte Blanche Brandy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Distillerie Tessendier estate was founded in 1880 by Gaston Tessendier. Today, it's still run as a family house, Maison Park, built on carrying that tradition forward through the generations. The VS Carte Blanche is the entry level bottling in their lineup, and is perfectly suited for cocktailing or enjoying as an aperitif. A 50\/50 blend of Ugni Blanc grapes from the Fins Bois and Petite Champagne regions, this brandy explodes with bright floral and fruit flavors. On the nose there are lovely dried spring flowers at first, followed by caramelized apples and sweet-tart cherries. The palate follows with more bright orchard fruits, citrus oils, caramel, and honeysuckle. A wonderful showcase of fresh and vibrant young brandies. Bottled at 40% abv.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Cognac Park","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41415622164678,"sku":"55754414","price":36.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/cognac-park-vs-carte-blanche-brandy.jpg?v=1641763830"},{"product_id":"vecchia-romagna-limited-edition-riserva-anniversario-brandy","title":"Vecchia Romagna Limited Edition Riserva Anniversario Brandy","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Vecchia Romagna to mark their 200th Anniversary, the new and extremely limited\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cfJKuul_Ib0\u0026amp;t=0s\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cfJKuul_Ib0\u0026amp;t=0s\"\u003eRiserva Anniversario\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebottling is an exercise in time, rarity, and expertise. And like other luxury Italian goods - the price is commensurate with the occasion. Only 200 handcrafted and individually numbered crystal decanters have been brought into existence, each signed by the Venetian master glassmakers who created them. The triangle bottle shape is inspired by the three phases of brandy production: distillation, aging, and blending; and each bottle is housed in a case featuring hand-stitched Italian leather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cfJKuul_Ib0\u0026amp;t=0s\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cfJKuul_Ib0\u0026amp;t=0s\"\u003eRiserva Anniversario\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blend is made up of only 5 casks, each one a very well aged vintage in its own right, with the oldest one set down 67 years earlier in 1952, and a \"youthful\" 23 year cask bookending the other side of things. Each cask was chosen for its excellence and for the individual characteristics that it contributed to the expertly crafted bottling. A rich, complex and wonderfully structured blend, the result of an art perfected over centuries and a tribute to an extraordinary history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is intense and complex. It highlights the ethereal and fragrant notes of fruit preserved in alcohol - including cherries, plums, raisins and red fruits - but also of ripe orange peel and dehydrated tropical fruit. Rich in tropical spices such as cinnamon that meld with notes of tobacco and toasted French and Slavonian oak. The initial sweetness on the palate is of apricot, pineapple and mango - which gives way to very intense spicy notes of allspice and cloves, as well as balsamic notes of cardamom and coriander. More complex and structured notes marry well with the roasted and slightly smoky notes of coffee for a long finish. Bottled at 48% abv.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection data-menu-color=\"white\" class=\"set_menu block-sx bg-anniversary-black relative px-24 lg:px-20 note-sensoriali\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-block bg-striped relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full flex justify-center relative z-10 flex-wrap lg:flex-no-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-6 text-white\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row justify-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-10 pb-12 mb-20\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mr-lg-5 pr-lg-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-style-2 mb-20\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-anniversary set_menu block-sx  relative px-24 lg:px-20\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-block bg-striped relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"-mx-20\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-lg-9  col-10\" height=\"200\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montenegro","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41614665547974,"sku":"47575980","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/vecchia-romagna-limited-edition-riserva-anniversario-brandy-box-open.jpg?v=1645481124"},{"product_id":"sazerac-de-forge-fils-finest-original-cognac","title":"Sazerac de Forge \u0026 Fils Finest Original Cognac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExperience cognac as it was 200 years ago. Sazerac de Forge \u0026amp; Fils is named in honor of Bernard Sazerac de Forge, who founded a cognac house in France in 1782. The Sazerac Company recently returned to Cognac and acquired Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac in order to produce their own “Finest Original” cognac. Like Bernard Sazerac de Forge, whose brandies were enjoyed all over the world from the 17th to the 19th centuries, the idea was to make a big, robust, old-school cognac to stand apart from the more genteel styles of modern blends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sazerac de Forge \u0026amp; Fils “Finest Original” Cognac blend includes cognacs made from a number of old and rare native grape varieties, as opposed to just the fairly neutral Ugni Blanc. This gives us the unique opportunity to enjoy cognac as it was 150 years ago, prior to the Phylloxera epidemic that forever changed the cognac-making process. Blended with cognacs that have aged between seven and fifty years, this blend is complex, full of character and inevitably produced in very small quantities. Bottled at 47% abv. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Breuil de Segonzac","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41652036960454,"sku":"40639684","price":131.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/sazerac-de-forge-_-fils-finest-original-cognac.jpg?v=1646080574"},{"product_id":"germain-robin-17-year-viognier-brandy","title":"Germain Robin 17 Year Single Barrel Viognier Brandy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermain Robin began in 1982 as the unlikely union of two creative minds: Ansley Coale, a professor driving along a Northern California highway, and Hubert Germain-Robin, a hitchhiking Cognac distiller. The two created Germain-Robin, the first California Brandy that broke free from the constraints of typical Cognac style production. They crafted their brandy with traditional alembic Cognac stills, but using unconventional, flavorful and complex California wine grapes, such as Pinot Noir, Riesling, Viognier, and Semillon, embracing the rich tradition of hand-distillation while harnessing the potential of California wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistilled exclusively in Pruhlo Charentais Pot Stills and aged in Limousin Oak Barrels, this single barrel, made exclusively from Viognier, has a nose of warming spice, orange rind, orange blossom, and black tea leaves. The entry on the palate is honeyed and remarkably fruity, with baked banana, peach, and pear. The midpalate is silky and semisweet, with melded flavors of peach, pear, grapefruit, and rich caramel. The finish is soft and elegant but lingering on tea and vanilla. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Germain Robin","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":42448271474886,"sku":"93603794","price":238.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/germain-robin-17-year-single-barrel-viognier-brandy.jpg?v=1667868829"},{"product_id":"germain-robin-16-year-riesling-brandy","title":"Germain Robin 16 Year Single Barrel Riesling Brandy","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGermain Robin began in 1982 as the unlikely union of two creative minds: Ansley Coale, a professor driving along a Northern California highway, and Hubert Germain-Robin, a hitchhiking Cognac distiller. The two created Germain-Robin, the first California Brandy that broke free from the constraints of typical Cognac style production. They crafted their brandy with traditional alembic Cognac stills, but using unconventional, flavorful and complex California wine grapes, such as Pinot Noir, Riesling, Viognier, and Semillon, embracing the rich tradition of hand-distillation while harnessing the potential of California wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistilled exclusively in Pruhlo Charentais Pot Stills and aged in Limousin Oak Barrels, this single barrel is distilled exclusively from Riesling grapes. It is redolent with dried apricot, waxy honey and a hint of banana funk. The nuanced palate leads with butterscotch richness, but then makes way for sherry, apricot and vanilla, with hints of gingery heat and chamomile on the warming finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Germain Robin","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":42448277536966,"sku":"52251677","price":238.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/products\/germain-robin-16-year-single-barrel-riesling-brandy.jpg?v=1667868845"},{"product_id":"argonaut-the-claim-brandy","title":"Argonaut The Claim Brandy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe second edition of Argonaut's \"The Claim\" blend brings together brandies made from Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Emillon, Barbera, Colombard, Grenache, and Zinfandel, all mined from Argonaut's rare aged stocks by master distiller Rita Hansen. Aged between 15 and 40 years, they come together to make something utterly unique. What you will find is a truly claim-worthy spirit, deserving of its own place in history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe brandy opens with lush aromas of plum and cherry, with notes of dried fruit leather, apple, brown spice, and toasted oak. The deep red fruit flavors carry over to the palate, complemented by layers of dried fig, apple pie, and baking spice. The long finish is rich and elegant, with seamlessly integrated fruit and oak. 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The blend is a complex one, made up of various grapes, dominantly Sultana, Pinot Grigio, Colombard, Chardonnay, and Muscat. 45% of the blend is young brandy around 2 years old, for bright fruit, citrus, and minerality, and the remainder is a range from 10 to 21 years old, lending rich depth, vanilla, nuttiness, savory oak, and spice. 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It's rather rare to see a grappa named 'di Bassano', at it requires the liquid to be made only with pomace local to the Veneto town of Bassano del Grappa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe grappa is fairly floral, namely white flowers, pear blossom and lychee, with a touch of orchard fruit and a savoury hint of cut herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capovilla Distillati","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":42768531357894,"sku":"36212297","price":48.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/files\/capovilla-grappa-di-bassano.jpg?v=1721279475"},{"product_id":"lencantada-tattoo-series-3-armagnac-brandy","title":"L'Encantada Tattoo Series 3 (Armagnac) Brandy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tattoo series reflects PM’s experimental treatment of L’Encantada Armagnac through finishing in ex-bourbon barrels. 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Produced in the renowned Cognac region of France using carefully selected eaux-de-vie distilled from white wine grapes, this spirit undergoes meticulous aging in French oak barrels to develop its smooth, complex character. Martingale represents the art of blending, where the cellar master combines spirits of different ages and crus to achieve a harmonious balance of fruit, oak, and subtle spice. The result is an approachable yet distinguished Cognac that offers genuine French character without pretension, making it equally suitable for those discovering Cognac for the first time and seasoned enthusiasts seeking a reliable, well-crafted expression for their collection or cocktail creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, Martingale Cognac reveals inviting aromas of dried fruits, vanilla, and toasted oak with hints of honey, warm spices, and delicate floral notes. The palate delivers a smooth, well-rounded experience with flavors of apricot, raisin, and caramel balanced by gentle oak influence and subtle baking spices that create layers of complexity without overwhelming. The finish is warm and satisfying with lingering fruit, oak, and a pleasant sweetness that fades gracefully. This versatile Cognac shines when sipped neat or with a splash of water to open up its aromatics, works beautifully over ice for a more relaxed approach, and elevates classic cocktails like Sidecars, French Connections, or Cognac Old Fashioneds. Whether you're exploring French brandies, seeking an elegant after-dinner digestif, or looking for a sophisticated spirit that bridges the gap between everyday enjoyment and special occasions, Martingale Cognac delivers authentic French craftsmanship with accessible refinement and timeless appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Thomas","offers":[{"title":"700 ml","offer_id":43162692616390,"sku":"17888282","price":114.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/files\/martingale-cognac.jpg?v=1711863125"},{"product_id":"calisco-california-brandy","title":"Calisco California Brandy","description":"Distilled from the finest California wines and produced in the style of South American piscos, Calisco showcases the brighter side of grape brandy with notes of citrus, floral, green fruits, and melons, alongside bergamot, cinnamon and white pepper. 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Masterfully crafted, Hennessy Master Blender No. 5 offers a rich and complex sensory experience, inviting enthusiasts to savor its luxurious taste and explore the depth of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hennessy","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":44060091252934,"sku":"23330235","price":101.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/files\/hennessy-master-blender_s-selection-no.-5-cognac.jpg?v=1727806187"},{"product_id":"cobrafire-domaine-evil-force-cask-strength-eau-de-vie-brandy","title":"Cobrafire 'Evil Force' Cask Strength Armagnac","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cask strength blend of six different casks, each distilled by Domaine D'Esperance, is an extension of the Cobrafire brand, which started with their unaged cask strength bottling, eschewing the 'Armagnac' label in favor of \"Eau-de-Vie de Raisin\". 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Made exclusively from non-aromatic Quebranta grapes—the most traditional variety used in pisco production—Barsol Puro represents the benchmark style that has defined Peruvian pisco for generations. No additives, no aging, no dilution after distillation: just pure grape spirit at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eBarsol Puro Pisco is crystal clear in the glass, a visual testament to its unaged purity. The nose is clean and inviting: fresh grape must, subtle floral notes, hints of stone fruit, and a delicate minerality that speaks to the terroir of Peru's coastal valleys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOn the palate, the pisco is remarkably smooth and elegant for its proof. Flavors of ripe grape, white peach, and pear emerge, balanced by a subtle earthiness and gentle spice. The texture is silky and viscous, coating the mouth with refined grape spirit character. 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This exceptional armagnac hails from the historic Gascony region, where centuries of brandy-making expertise combine with the distinctive terroir of this revered appellation. Bottled with meticulous care, this 17-year expression delivers the depth, complexity, and elegance that only time and tradition can achieve—a testament to one family's unwavering commitment to producing world-class spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe appearance glows with a rich amber-bronze hue, promising the maturity and sophistication found within. The nose is captivating and multifaceted, revealing layers of dried apricot, fig, and prune alongside warm oak, vanilla, and subtle spice that speak to seventeen years of careful barrel aging. Notes of leather, tobacco, and candied fruit add further intrigue and sophistication. 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This is a small-batch, vintage-dated bottling from one of Gascony's most prestigious châteaux, with historical roots tracing back to 1540 when Queen Jeanne d'Albret commissioned it as a hunting manor. Today, under the stewardship of Stéphane de Luze, the estate continues its family legacy of producing exceptional Armagnac while respecting centuries of tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe nose opens with evocative notes of branded leather workshop, grape Bubble Yum, crème caramels, and water crackers, evolving to reveal the signature purple flowers and brooding fruit character that defines Château de Briat's house style. The palate delivers strawberry cereal milk and freshly toasted Tellicherry black pepper, with a floral uptick that transitions beautifully into a layered finish of clove, bay leaf, and more black pepper. This is Armagnac of remarkable balance—the 18 years of aging have created complexity without heaviness, savory-spicy depth without harshness, and a pleasantly refined finish that lingers gracefully. The spirit exhibits tremendous character with vanilla, bergamot, and fresh caramel notes complementing the naturally spicy-savory Folle Blanche character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBottled at approximately 44-48% ABV, this vintage expression represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of French Armagnac heritage. Perfect served neat in a snifter to appreciate its full aromatic complexity and layered flavor journey, or simply contemplated as a distinguished after-dinner spirit. 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Selected from five 200-liter casks distilled in 2014 from grapes in the Grande Champagne growing district, these barrels were first matured in France for 4 years before embarking on a six-week voyage to Barbados, where they aged for 7 years in the humid beachfront cellars of Stade's West Indies Rum Distillery. This innovative approach combines the refined complexity of continental aging with the intense aromatic concentration of tropical maturation, creating a spirit that transcends traditional cognac boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe tropical environment in Barbados fundamentally transforms the spirit—with temperatures averaging 90°F and humidity between 95-100%, the island's climate induces an angel's share of 10% annually compared to 3% in Cognac, resulting in intense concentration of aromas and a flavor profile of candied tropical fruits including peach, apricot, and prunes with delicate vanilla notes. The combination of French tradition and Caribbean influence creates a rounded, deeply aromatic cognac that captures both the delicacy of Grande Champagne and the lush intensity of the tropics. On the nose, it reveals fresh fruit aromas of peach and apricot layered with walnut and prune undertones, finished with sweet vanilla, while the palate offers remarkable smoothness and roundness with depth from tropical maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is ultra-luxury cognac for the adventurous collector—limited to just 550 bottles globally, available exclusively in Europe and the United States, bottled at 46.2% ABV. 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In the 19th and 20th centuries, as the Golden Age of Cocktails was gathering steam and bartenders all over the world were authoring the classic compendium we still use today, ugni blanc variety French brandies were world-renowned. Tragically, due to the phylloxera infestation in Europe, prohibition in the US, and World Wars I and II, French brandy was not available domestically, so it was replaced with available spirits such as gin, bourbon, and rye whiskey. In recent times, bartenders have neglected these timeless, brandy-based cocktails due to the limited availability of quality spirits priced for mixing drinks and the relatively high cost of imported French products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eBrandy Sainte Louise is produced in collaboration with a renowned cellar master In Cognac, france and is comprised primarily of ugni blanc grapes from just outside the Cognac AOC. The traditional, centuries-old French négociant production method of sourcing, aging and blending the highest quality eaux de vie available utilizes the best of both worlds: production expertise of the cognac region, yet without the limitations of the Cognac AOC. The result is an overbuilt French brandy that offers an unmatched quality to price (value) ratio. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eBrandy Sainte Louise is a unique blend of Charentais copper pot distilled eaux-de-vie, aged in French oak between 3 to 10 years in the Cognac region of Charente. The terroir and expertise in this region are legendary and have set the highest standards for brandy production throughout history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eIn regard to age comparison, Brandy Sainte Louise lies between V.S. and X.O., but offered at a price formerly reserved for immature brandies that are less balanced in flavor profile. The elevated ABV of 43% benefits its function in cocktails, showcasing the flavor and aroma of the Brandy while providing balance and structure for accompanying ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ricou Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":45836542148806,"sku":"74431413","price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1569\/9643\/files\/dsadf.jpg?v=1783263868"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bittersandbottles.com\/collections\/grape.oembed?page=3","provider":"Bitters \u0026 Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}