Cognac '10th Generation' Ferrand - 50cl
Perfect to give as a giftThe Ferrand family's '10th Generation' Cognac is a tribute that Mademoiselle Henriette, the last heir and keeper of precious memories, dedicates to her ancestors. Made from a single grape variety, the ugni blanc, it is distilled on fine lees to intensify its aromas and aged in French oak barrels, part of which were previously used to contain Sauternes. Fresh yet opulent, it develops rich floral and spicy notes
The Cognac “10th Generation” from Maison Ferrand is a tribute to the family’s history, which has been present in the lands of Cognac for ten generations and produces great distillates from grapes sourced exclusively from vineyards cultivated in the prestigious cru of Grande Champagne. A label of great prestige, positioned within a range of the highest level, capable of expressing the charm and elegance of one of the most refined distillates in the world. Vocation territories, excellent grapes, distillations carried out with care and skill, allow for the creation of an exceptional Cognac, complex, rich, smooth, and deep.
The “10th Generation” is a Cognac that originates in the heart of a magnificent terroir, where Maison Ferrand has managed a magnificent estate for four centuries. The art of creating great distillates has been passed down from father to son to this day and still lives within the walls of the historic cellars, which guard these precious elixirs. It is a tribute to a long tradition and in particular to the figure of Elie VIII, to whom many creations of the Maison are owed.many creations of the Maison. The grapes come from a selection of the best vineyards, cultivated in the Grande Champagne, Premier Cru of Cognac, characterized by soils composed of limestone and gypsum, very suitable for the cultivation of white grape varieties and in particular Ugni Blanc, the base of the best Cognacs. After harvesting, pressing, and fermentation, the base wines are sent for distillation in copper pot stills. The Cognac matures in French oak barrels, some of which were previously used for aging Sauternes.
The Cognac "10th Generation" from Maison Ferrand is a bottle to be savored among great connoisseurs, to accompany a pleasant after-dinner. In the glass, it presents a bright golden yellow color with brilliant reflections. Elegant and refined, it expresses a bouquet characterized by floral aromas of verbena, orange blossom, and wildflowers, enriched by delicate spicy notes, aromas of ripe fruit, dried fruit, toasted hints, blonde tobacco, and woody nuances, resulting from aging in fine woods. The entry on the palate offers a smooth sensation, with a soft, rich, broad, and enveloping sip, that unfolds clear and harmonious towards a finish of remarkable taste persistence.