Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak – Petite Champagne vintage Cognac 41.5%

The Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak is a vintage cuvée produced exclusively from the Petite Champagne terroir, the 1st Cru of Cognac, crafted by the family-owned Maison Philbert.

This 100% Petite Champagne Cognac is produced in limited batches of 1500 numbered bottles, making it a confidential release intended for lovers of characterful Cognacs with rare finishes.

Distilled in 2020 and bottled in 2023, it is bottled at 41.5% ABV and benefits from a double ageing process: maturation in French oak casks followed by a finish in ex-Sauternes barrels, bringing aromatic richness and indulgent complexity.

Maison Philbert – Artisan Cognac from Petite Champagne

The Philbert estate is an independent family-run producer specialising in terroir-driven Cognacs from its own vineyards.

Located in the heart of Petite Champagne, it oversees the entire production process: viticulture, winemaking, Charentais distillation, and ageing in French oak barrels.

The estate’s Cognacs are known for their purity, aromatic precision, and innovative cask finishing techniques.

Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak – Double ageing Petite Champagne

This Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac is a 100% Petite Champagne vintage Cognac produced using traditional Charentais distillation methods.

After an initial ageing in French oak casks, it undergoes a finish in ex-Sauternes barrels, a renowned sweet wine, adding indulgent notes and extra aromatic sweetness.

This double maturation process results in a powerful yet balanced Cognac, combining freshness, roundness, and elegance.

Production is strictly limited to 1500 numbered bottles per batch.

Technical specifications of Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak

• Appellation: Cognac Petite Champagne
• Producer: Philbert
• Type: Vintage Cognac – Cask Finish
• Distillation: 2020
• Bottling: 2023
• Ageing: French oak casks + ex-Sauternes finish
• Production: 1500 numbered bottles per batch
• ABV: 41.5%
• Terroir: 100% Petite Champagne

Tasting profile of Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak

• Colour: deep gold with bright amber reflections
• Nose: citrus, apricot, toasted almond, fruity and fresh notes
• Palate: great finesse, round texture, balance between freshness and indulgence
• Finish: elegant, persistent, slightly woody and fruity

Why choose Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak?

• Petite Champagne: terroir known for finesse and elegance
• Double maturation: French oak + Sauternes finish
• Limited edition: only 1500 numbered bottles
• Vintage: distilled in 2020 and bottled in 2023
• Aromatic profile: citrus, apricot, toasted almond, freshness
• 41.5% ABV: enhanced intensity and aromatic expression

FAQ – Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac Sauternes Oak

Where does this Cognac come from?

It comes exclusively from the Petite Champagne terroir, the 1st Cru of Cognac.

What is a Sauternes Cask Finish?

It is a finishing period in ex-Sauternes barrels, a sweet wine, adding indulgent and fruity notes.

What is its production volume?

Each batch is limited to 1500 numbered bottles.

What is its ABV?

Philbert Rare CaskFinish Cognac is bottled at 41.5% ABV.

What is its aromatic profile?

It develops notes of citrus, apricot, toasted almond, with great finesse on the palate.

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