Deux Familles Single Cask Grande Champagne Cognac 700mL

Deux Familles Single Cask Grande Champagne Cognac
Aged for over 60 years, Deux Familles Single Cask Grande Champagne Cognac is an extraordinary expression of premier cru cognac. Distilled in 1952 and carefully matured in an 80-year-old French Limousin oak cask, this rare single cask bottling captures the finesse, complexity, and depth of one of the world’s most esteemed cognac regions.

Process & Profile

• Origin: Sourced from a batch of cognac purchased in 2012 from Mr. Julien André, a winegrower from Grande Champagne. The cognac was already 60 years old at the time of purchase.
• Maturation: Aged in an 80-year-old ‘red’ French Limousin oak cask to preserve the delicate finesse of the eau-de-vie and avoid excessive tannin influence.
• Cellaring: Stored in a former stable cellar with a damp environment for an additional 12 years, allowing it to reach its peak complexity.
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered with no added sugar or caramel, ensuring purity and authenticity.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A luminous amber hue with hints of gold.
• Nose: A complex bouquet featuring indulgent notes of bitter orange, candied fruit, and roasted pineapple, alongside Virginia tobacco and cigar box aromas. Oxidative notes of mellow tannins, hazelnut, walnut stain, and rancio add depth, while hallmark berry tones of blackcurrant leaf and raspberry enhance its signature profile.
• Palate: Exuberant and highly concentrated, with exotic fruit flavors like pineapple and passion fruit leading into rich Dominican tobacco, sultanas, and Sauternes wine. The finish offers an acidic rancio quality reminiscent of great aged rums.

What Makes It Special?

• Over 60 Years of Aging – A rare, single cask Grande Champagne cognac aged for six decades, offering unparalleled depth.
• Premier Cru Terroir – Sourced from one of the most prestigious growing regions in Cognac.
• Unique Maturation – Aged in a carefully selected Limousin oak cask to maintain finesse while enhancing complexity.
• Non-Chill Filtered – No added sugar or caramel, preserving its natural character.
• Extremely Limited Release – With only 1,134 liters divided into three barrels, each yielding approximately 570 bottles.

How to Enjoy

• Neat or On Ice – Best appreciated straight or over a single large ice cube to enhance its depth.
• Pairing Suggestions – Complements fine cigars, dark chocolate, and aged cheeses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How rare is Deux Familles Single Cask Grande Champagne Cognac?
   This is an exceptionally limited release, with only three barrels available worldwide.

2. Why is it aged in an 80-year-old Limousin oak cask?
   The use of an aged cask helps avoid excessive tannins while allowing the cognac to develop its complex, refined character.

3. Does this cognac contain any added sugar or caramel?
   No, it is non-chill filtered and free from additives, maintaining the purity of the original eau-de-vie.

4. What does 'rancio' mean in cognac?
   Rancio refers to the rich, nutty, and oxidative flavors that develop in well-aged cognacs, adding layers of complexity.

5. What is the best way to serve this cognac?
   It is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up its intricate aromas and flavors.