Is Hine a good cognac?
Hine Rare VSOP is delicate, elegant, fresh and light. There are no brooding complex notes in Hine Rare VSOP and is thus approachable and a great introduction to VSOP cognacs. The complexities of an aged cognac are clearly evident but not overpowering. We also tasted Hine Rare VSOP with a dash of chilled ginger ale.
Is Hine a good brandy?
Hine Rare VSOP is made using only the best of the best, employing grapes from the finest Cognac crus. This gentle, floral cognac is fresh with orange and spiced by cinnamon notes – the Hine house is the sole supplier of cognac to the British Royal Family, so it must be good.
What does XO mean cognac?
Extra Old
The VSOP category includes designations such as “Old” or “Reserve”. XO stands for “Extra Old”: XO cognacs are made only from eaux-de-vie at least six years old.
Is Remy Martin VSOP brandy?
Rémy Martin VSOP Bottling Note An immensely popular VSOP Cognac from the ever-dependable Rémy Martin. The blend contains 55% Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie, the rest being made up from the Petite Champagne.
Which is the best Hine cognac to buy?
Founded in 1763, Hine Cognacs are highly regarded around the world for their quality and complexity – from the entry-level H By Hine to the prestige cuvée Talent. The house is one of the few to regularly release vintage Cognacs, aged in the cellar until they are ready for bottling.
How long does Hine VSOP cognac last in cask?
The liquid is aged in French oak casks for an average of eight years. With flavours of ripe apricot, succulent melon and roasted nectarine, this Cognac is best enjoyed neat but works equally well in classic and celebratory cocktails.
Which is the best brand of Cognac in the world?
Hine Cognac. Founded in 1763, Hine Cognacs are highly regarded around the world for their quality and complexity – from the entry-level H By Hine to the prestige cuvée Talent. The house is one of the few to regularly release vintage Cognacs, aged in the cellar until they are ready for bottling.
Where does the distilling of Cognac take place?
Cognac is made in the Charentes region of southwest France, mainly from the white grape Ugni Blanc, and is distilled twice in a traditional Charentais pot still. The labelling designations are: VS (Very Special) with a minimum of two years’ ageing, VSOP (Very Special Old Pale) with four years and XO (Extra Old) with 10 years.
