Francois Voyer Terres Cognac Grand Champagne - 70CL
The French are the world masters at protecting their regional alcohol products through the strict Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée system that ensures quality, consistency and authenticity.
From Calvados to Champagne, from Armagnac to Cidre Pays d’Auge, there’s a standard to be met with French drinks that nowhere else can match. Sitting on top of this hill is Cognac, particularly from the Grand Champagne region. Francois Voyer’s inspirational expressions float in the upper echelons of this already rarified stratosphere.
Commanding stunning terroir in the heart of ‘The Golden Belt’, nothing is left to chance with their phenomenal creations. Pulling the strings at Francois Voyer with Yoda like sagacity is cellar master extraordinaire, Pierre Vaudon. What this guy doesn’t know about Cognac isn’t worth knowing.
François Voyer Terres Cognac Grande Champagne is an artisanal, 40% ABV, 70 cl expression of superb pedigree.he highest qual featuring tasting notes of apricot and violet, versatile serving recommendations, and sophisticated food pairings.
Tasting Notes
• Apricot, violet and mild oak themes dominate with fresh shades white grapes, light vanilla, and a spicy peppery edge.
Serving and Cocktail Suggestions
• Neat or chilled: Enjoy neat as a classic aperitif or digestif.
• Long drink: Combine with tonic water and a slice of lemon.
• Cognac Sour: Mix ice, 4 cl of Voyer, 1 slice of lemon, and 1 cl of sugar cane syrup in a shaker, then shake and serve.
• House of Violets: Blend 50 ml of Cognac, 15 ml of simple sugar syrup, 5 ml of crème de violette, 20 ml of lemon juice, and one egg white.
Food Pairing Suggestions
• Appetisers: Fine charcuterie and aged cheeses.
• Mains: Rich poultry dishes like roasted duck or savoury game.
• Desserts: Dark chocolate or creamy, vanilla-forward sweets.