Bonnefont, Louis de
Cognac 1918 Bonnefont, Louis de
Rarest Antique, Grand Fine Champagne, Believed 1918, Bottle number 009415 on Necklabel
Provenance: Christies Inc. New York , 6/23/2017
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Some details: |
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| Size | 75 cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 1918 |
| Vintage text | Believed 1918 |
| Alcohol | 40.0 % |
| Bottled | 1970 |
| Classification | Réserve |
| Fill level | Top shoulder |
| Region | Grande Fine Champagne |
| Shape | Normande |
Cognac
Renowned throughout the world, the production of Cognac has been regulated by its very own AOC since 1909. Only liqueurs from eaux-de-vie made from crus from the controlled appellation area of Cognac can be labelled as such. This liqueur must be distilled and aged on-site in compliance with authorised techniques: double distillation in a copper Charentais still, ageing in oak barrels for a set minimum ageing period.
A good Cognac is subjected to a complex manufacturing process. It is never made from the eau-de-vie of a single cru, but from a `marriage' of eaux-de-vie that vary in age and cru - some as old as a hundred. To establish the age of a Cognac, only the number of years spent in oak casks or barrels are taken into account. As soon as an eau-de-vie is decanted into a glass recipient, it ceases to age. The longer it is left to age, the more a Cognac gains in complexity, fragrance, aromas and taste (spiced, pepper and cinnamon flavours).
Please note that only Cognacs made exclusively from Petite and Grande Champagne (50% minimum) can use the "Fine Champagne" appellation.
