DUDOGNON 20 YEAR OLD VIEILLE RESERVE GRANDE CHAMPAGNE COGNAC

From Grande Champagne's chalky soils in Lignières-Sonneville, the Dudognon family has crafted exceptional cognac since 1776 using traditional methods on their intimate 10-hectare estate where [old-vine Ugni Blanc flourishes in deep limestone terroir]. This artisanal producer employs time-honored techniques including family harvesting, wood and charcoal-fired alembic stills, and patient aging in Limousin oak barrels with staves air-dried on the property. At 20 years, this Vieille Réserve showcases cognac's beautiful evolution from primary green apple and pear notes to luxurious secondary flavors of poached pear, apricot, and white peach, complemented by delicate rose and honeysuckle aromatics, cookie dough and baking spices on the palate, finishing with cooling evergreen notes that demonstrate Grande Champagne's legendary aging potential.