Rating 93 2023 Top 50  
Style
Brandy
Classification XO
Produced In France
ABV 42%
Availability Year Round
Price $220.00 
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Review Updated 2023-12-19

François Voyer Extra Cognac Grande Champagne Review

Lengthy-aged Cognac often falls into one of two flavor profiles: rich and decadent or surprisingly fruity. This release from François Voyer lands in the latter, boasting bright tropical fruit notes with a tangy undertone of freeze-dried raspberries. As the palate develops, wafts of sandalwood and potpourri rise to the foreground while the Cognac’s tannic texture balances out a subtle sweetness. The $220 price tag may seem steep, but so far, every release from this brand has been exceptional.

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François Voyer Extra Cognac Grande Champagne
Lengthy-aged Cognac often falls into one of two flavor profiles: rich and decadent or surprisingly fruity. This release from François Voyer lands in the latter, boasting bright tropical fruit notes with a tangy undertone of freeze-dried raspberries. As the palate develops, wafts of sandalwood and potpourri rise to the foreground while the Cognac’s tannic texture balances out a subtle sweetness. The $220 price tag may seem steep, but so far, every release from this brand has been exceptional.

Reviewed On: 10-30-2023
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POINTS
François Voyer Extra Cognac Grande Champagne
Lengthy-aged Cognac often falls into one of two flavor profiles: rich and decadent or surprisingly fruity. This release from François Voyer lands in the latter, boasting bright tropical fruit notes with a tangy undertone of freeze-dried raspberries. As the palate develops, wafts of sandalwood and potpourri rise to the foreground while the Cognac’s tannic texture balances out a subtle sweetness. The $220 price tag may seem steep, but so far, every release from this brand has been exceptional.

Reviewed On: 10-30-2023