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Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux: a great Grande Champagne Cognac

Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux is an emblematic expression from Maison Jean Fillioux. Presented as a Grande Champagne Cognac, it reveals a style that is powerful, generous, elegant and particularly indulgent.

Its personality is built around remarkable aromatic richness: candied fruit, orange, quince, pear, vanilla, praline and sweet spices. On the palate, this indulgence develops into exotic fruit notes, particularly passion fruit and mango, accompanied by a beautiful oak presence.

Très Vieux is therefore a Cognac for enthusiasts looking for an expressive, full-bodied and persistent eau-de-vie, capable of gradually revealing its complexity throughout the tasting.

Maison Jean Fillioux: a family history in the heart of Grande Champagne

Maison Jean Fillioux is a family-run Cognac house based at the La Pouyade estate, in the heart of Grande Champagne, the first cru of the Cognac appellation. The family has worked for several generations around the vineyards, distillation and ageing of eaux-de-vie.

The Grande Champagne terroir is an essential element of the house's style. To discover a younger and fresher expression of the same terroir, also explore the Cognac Jean Fillioux La Pouyade, another expression from Maison Jean Fillioux available at Cognac Only.

At the other end of the range, the Jean Fillioux Réserve Familiale also offers the opportunity to discover the house style through a selection of long-aged Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie.

A Cognac made from Ugni Blanc grapes and clay-limestone soil

Double distillation on the lees for Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux

Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux is produced using traditional distillation with the lees, in a traditional pot still operated through a double distillation process. This stage is fundamental in shaping the character of the eau-de-vie.

Distillation on the lees helps preserve and develop the aromatic richness of the distilled wine. It is part of the traditional expertise of Cognac houses and prepares the eau-de-vie for its long ageing process.

Over time, the eaux-de-vie develop an increasingly complex aromatic palette, revealing notes of candied fruit, oak, vanilla, spices and dried fruit.

Why is Jean Fillioux Très Vieux so indulgent?

The profile of Très Vieux is based on a particularly rich combination of ripe fruit, candied fruit and pastry-like notes. Maison Jean Fillioux notably describes aromas of orange, quince, pear, vanilla and praline, complemented by sweet spices.

This indulgent character can also be found on the nose, marked by pear jam, banana, citrus fruit and old Port.

The palate then brings greater breadth, with exotic fruit, passion fruit and mango, combined with an oak structure and a particularly long finish.

A great Grande Champagne Cognac to discover

The Jean Fillioux Très Vieux expresses a particularly generous interpretation of Grande Champagne Cognac: a powerful, full-bodied and noble eau-de-vie, driven by candied fruit, vanilla, praline and exotic fruit.

Its length on the palate and pastry-like profile make it particularly well suited to slow sipping, either on its own or paired with refined cuisine.

The nose: pear, banana, citrus and old Port

On the nose, Très Vieux Jean Fillioux reveals an immediately indulgent aroma. Pear jam appears alongside banana, citrus and hints of old Port.

This initial fruity impression is complemented by more pastry-like notes of vanilla and praline, giving the Cognac a warm and generous character.

The judges of the Cognac Masters 2023 also noted aromas of raisins and candied orange on the nose, confirming the fruity richness of this expression.

The palate: power, exotic fruit and oak

On the palate, the Jean Fillioux Très Vieux retains its beautiful power while developing a broad, generous texture. Exotic fruit gradually takes over, with notes of passion fruit and mango.

The oak complements the fruity character without overshadowing its indulgent profile. Sweet spices extend the tasting and bring additional depth to the overall expression.

The result is a rich, full-bodied, fruity and persistent Cognac designed for attentive tasting.

What kind of finish does Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux have?

The finish is one of the highlights of Très Vieux Jean Fillioux. The house describes an exceptionally long finish, while the fruit and spices continue to develop after tasting.

This persistence allows the Cognac to retain its fruity and indulgent notes for a long time, gradually evolving towards more pronounced oak and spicy nuances.

What to enjoy with Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

The indulgent and fruity profile of Jean Fillioux Très Vieux makes it suitable both for an after-dinner tasting and for pairing with refined cuisine.

Awards and distinctions for Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux

Très Vieux Jean Fillioux has received several international distinctions, reflecting its recognition in specialist spirits competitions.

A Très Vieux Cognac for a long and indulgent tasting

From candied fruit, pear, citrus and vanilla to praline and exotic fruit, Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux offers a rich and particularly persistent tasting experience.

Its Grande Champagne character, power and numerous distinctions make it an expression worth discovering for lovers of old Cognacs and terroir-driven spirits.

FAQ – Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux

What is Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux is an emblematic expression from Maison Jean Fillioux, made from Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie. It is distinguished by its powerful, full-bodied, fruity and particularly indulgent profile.

Is Jean Fillioux Très Vieux a Grande Champagne Cognac?

Yes. Très Vieux is presented by Maison Jean Fillioux as a Grande Champagne Cognac, the first cru of the Cognac appellation.

What is the alcohol content of Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

Jean Fillioux Très Vieux is bottled at 40% ABV and is offered in a 70 cl or 75 cl bottle, depending on the format indicated by the house.

What grape variety is used for Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

Très Vieux is made from Ugni Blanc, the traditional grape variety used in the Cognac vineyards.

What does Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux taste like?

The profile is particularly fruity and indulgent. It reveals notes of pear, banana, citrus, old Port, candied fruit, vanilla, praline, passion fruit and mango, accompanied by sweet spices and oak notes.

What are the tasting notes of Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

On the nose, the Cognac evokes pear jam, banana, citrus and old Port. On the palate, it develops powerful and oaky notes of exotic fruit, particularly passion fruit and mango. The finish is particularly long.

Which dessert pairs well with Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

Maison Jean Fillioux notably recommends caramelised apple tart and dark chocolate. The notes of pear, candied fruit, vanilla and praline naturally complement these desserts.

Which cheese pairs well with Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

Blue cheese is one of the pairings recommended by Maison Jean Fillioux. Its intensity and salty character create a contrast with the fruity and indulgent profile of the Cognac.

How should Jean Fillioux Très Vieux be enjoyed?

This Cognac can be enjoyed neat, slowly, in a suitable spirits glass, allowing time for its fruity, pastry-like and spicy aromas to develop.

Has Jean Fillioux Très Vieux won any awards?

Yes. The expression has notably received a Master at the 2023 Cognac Masters, 98 points at the 2020 Ultimate Spirits Challenge and a Double Gold Medal at the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Which Cognac should you discover after Jean Fillioux Très Vieux?

If you enjoy the style of Grande Champagne, several other expressions from our selection offer an opportunity to continue your tasting journey.

To stay with the same producer, discover the Jean Fillioux Réserve Familiale, a Grande Champagne Cognac made from eaux-de-vie that have been aged for an extended period in French oak barrels.

To explore another Grande Champagne style, Cognac François Voyer XO Extra also offers a powerful, velvety and persistent expression of the first cru.

Those who enjoy more complex, oaky profiles marked by rancio can also discover Cognac Claude Thorin XO Extra, a Grande Champagne Cognac with notes of candied fruit, spices, tobacco and rancio.

And to discover another expression from Maison Jean Fillioux in a younger and fruitier style, explore Cognac Jean Fillioux La Pouyade, also produced in Grande Champagne.

Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux: key points to remember

Cognac Jean Fillioux Très Vieux is a particularly rich and indulgent expression of Grande Champagne. Its profile combines candied fruit, pear, banana, citrus, vanilla, praline, exotic fruit and sweet spices.

Made from Ugni Blanc and distilled on the lees using the traditional double distillation method, it is bottled at 40% ABV and is distinguished by a powerful, full-bodied palate and a long finish.

Its distinctions at the 2023 Cognac Masters, the 2020 Ultimate Spirits Challenge and the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition complete the portrait of this historic expression from Maison Jean Fillioux.

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