Cognac Lheraud Fins Bois 1978
DESCRIPTION
The Story
Since 1810, Maison Lhéraud has crafted vintage cognacs of rare finesse, faithful to the Charentais tradition. Established in Angeac, in the heart of the Fins Bois, it perpetuates ancestral expertise passed down from generation to generation. This 1978 vintage, sourced from the Fins Bois cru, testifies to a masterful balance between aromatic richness and elegance, the fruit of half a century of patience and mastery.
The Vinification
Distilled in 1978, this Fins Bois Cognac has aged slowly in Limousin oak barrels, with no additives or reduction. The Fins Bois terroir, mixing clay and limestone with a temperate climate, confers finesse and roundness on the eau-de-vie (spirit). The micro-oxygenation from the wood has developed delicate notes of stewed fruits, chocolate, and white pepper, in a silky and elegant texture.
The Tasting
On the nose, a refined bouquet of stewed fruits, chocolate, and delicate spices. On the palate, the substance is soft and velvety, with a brilliant and elegant finish marked by a subtle spicy touch. The Lhéraud Fins Bois Cognac 1978 embodies the characteristic vivacity and finesse of the Charentais terroir and the style of Maison Lhéraud.
Region
Nouvelle Aquitaine
Nouvelle-Aquitaine is France's largest wine-growing region, stretching from Poitiers to Pau, via emblematic territories such as Bordeaux, Cognac, Agen and Bergerac. It is home to an exceptional diversity of terroirs, supported by centuries of winemaking and distilling expertise, making it the cradle of some of the world's most renowned spirits.
To the north, in the Charente and Charente-Maritime regions, we produce the famous Cognac, made from the double distillation of white wines, and Pineau des Charentes, a liqueur wine combining grape must and young Cognac, appreciated for its freshness and roundness.
Further south, in the Gers, Landes and Lot-et-Garonne regions, we produce Armagnac, France's oldest brandy. Traditionally distilled in continuous stills, it is produced in three zones: Haut-Armagnac, Ténarèze and Bas-Armagnac. These three terroirs lie on the alluvial cone of Lannemezan, an ancient soil of sand, clay and pebbles eroded from the Pyrenees. They give rise to expressive, elegant and nuanced eaux-de-vie, with aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices and dried fruit, revealed through barrel ageing.
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This 1978 is distinguished by its vivacity and finesse. The nose reveals a refined bouquet of stewed fruits, chocolate, and delicate spices. The palate is soft and velvety. Brilliant and elegant finish with a subtle spicy touch.
Cognac Lhéraud Fins Bois 1978, Exceptional Vintage - Vinodelice