Cognac Chateau de Beaulon Millésimé 1975

Presentation of the domain:

In 1965 Christian Thomas acquired the Chateau and it continues as a family business today. He undertook the extension of the vineyards. Chateau de Beaulon Cognac and Pineau des Charentes, under the firm passionate control of Christian Thomas for more than forty years, have become synonymous with exceptional quality, be it at home or abroad.

The Cognac and Pineau are produced from a single vineyard, unique in the Charente region and registered in the cadastral register under the Beaulon estate, as such guaranteeing the authenticity of the chateau. 

Contrary to modern trends, Beaulon has remained faithful to the region’s traditional 16th century vine stocks : Folle Blanche, Colombard and Montils. Distillation on light lees in small copper pot stills. Very long ageing in Limousin or Tronçais oak barrels, generally two to three times longer than legally required and … even longer for the rarer quality products.

Presentation of the vintage:

Nose : Floral, followed immediately by a full wealth of aromas, rich aromas of : walnut, caramel, white peach, port and subtle rancio seconded by mild spices (cinnamon), the impression on the nose is soft and powdery.After twenty minutes very elegant woody notes develop (cedar), leather (suede), then heavier notes : wax, butter, amber and candied orange.

Palate : Lively, supple attack then :return of flowers, notes which are very present in the mouth. Initial notes light and agreeable, woody, woodland flowers. A very light acidity gives it vivacity.Finale spicy, woody, dried apricots.

94/100 "Amazing Aromas" Guide des Vins 2006 Gilbert & Gaillard.
96,29/100 Selection : Saveurs Poitou-Charentes.
Gold Medal (Best in Class) IWSC London 2009