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North of Bordeaux in western France lies a region that lends its name to its most famous product -- the finest brandy in the world, cognac. Since the seventeenth century, the winemakers of the Cognac region have distilled the fruits of their vines into a smooth, fiery spirit that has captured the palate -- and stoked the imagination -- of connoisseurs across the globe.This volume is a comprehensive guide to this unique libation offering insight through such highlights as: -- Tips on buying, storing, serving, and enjoying cognac-- An illustrated directory to over 60 different cognac houses-- Expert tasting notes on more than 150 styles-- Details of traditional production and maturing methods-- Information and maps for travelers visiting the Cognac regionWhether you're an aficionado or a novice, this volume is an indispensable guide to savoring and enjoying one of the world's greatest creature comforts.
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An insight into the Cognac region of France and its famous brandy with a comprehensive directory of the cognacs and the cognac houses, their styles and differences. There is also information on what to look out for on a visit to a Cognac distillery.
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- PublisherApple Press
- Publication date1997
- ISBN 10 1850768129
- ISBN 13 9781850768128
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages224
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