To make Cognac, where must the grapes come from?
South-West France, North of Bordeaux
Can Cognac be distilled in a Column Still?
It has to be double distilled in a pot still by law
Must Cognac be aged in new Oak Barrel?
No, the law only states that it must be aged in oak barrels for at least 2 years.
What flavour does Cognac has?
Vanilla and toast
For Cognacs that is aged longer, what aromas can it develop?
Fruit-cake, leather, wood polish
Is Cognac blended?
Nearly all cognac are blended to give it extra complexity
Is cognac sweetened?
It is common to color it with caramel and sweeten it slightly
What is the youngest guarantee age of the spirit in a XO?
10 years
What is the youngest guarantee age of the spirit in a VSOP?
4 years
Region for Cognac and Aromatised Wine
South-West, South-East of France
Most pot stills today are heated with steam jackets.
True
Brandy is a spirit always made from fruit.
True
Ethanol boils at a higher temperature than water.
False
Cognac can be made from any grapes from anywhere.
False
The newly made cognac must be aged in oak for at least 3 years.
False
