Pineau des Charentes Bertrand - Old

Presentation of Maison Bertrand

Bertrand is a family-owned estate located in Réaux-sur-Trèfle, in the heart of the Charente vineyard region. For several generations, the family has cultivated its vines and produced Cognac and Pineau in accordance with the traditions of the Cognac region.

The estate is located on the limestone terroirs of Petite Champagne, renowned for producing fine and elegant eaux-de-vie. The products of Maison Bertrand are made from grapes grown on vines that can reach 25 to 80 years of age, cultivated on soils rich in chalk and clay, providing excellent water retention and remarkable aromatic expression.

Presentation of Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

The Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand is a traditional Charentais aperitif made from a blend of fresh grape juice and Cognac. It is produced from emblematic white grape varieties of the Charente vineyard: Ugni Blanc and Colombard.

After blending, the pineau is aged for a long period in French oak barrels, allowing a rich aromatic profile to develop. The Vieux Pineau Blanc Bertrand benefits from approximately 15 years of aging in oak barrels from the Limousin and Tronçais forests, giving it depth, complexity and elegance. This extended maturation develops subtle woody aromas and a particularly refined structure.

Technical Characteristics of Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

• Type: Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc
• Appellation: AOC Pineau des Charentes
• Cru: Petite Champagne
• Age: approximately 15 years of aging
• Grape varieties: Ugni Blanc, Colombard
• Blend: approximately 75% fresh grape juice and 25% Cognac
• Aging: French oak barrels (Limousin and Tronçais)
• Alcohol content: 17% vol.
• Volume: 75 cl

Tasting Notes of Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

• Color: deep golden with amber reflections, a sign of long barrel aging.
• Nose: floral and complex, marked by aromas of ripe apple, pear, fig, honey and dried fruits.
• Palate: full and velvety, revealing notes of candied fruits, nuts, ripe grapes and delicately spiced oak.
• Finish: long and elegant, carried by nuances of honey, dried fruits and a subtle woody touch.

Food Pairings & Serving Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

• Serving temperature: serve chilled between 8 and 10 °C.
• Aperitif: ideal to start a gastronomic meal.
• Food pairings: foie gras, blue cheeses, aged cheeses, fruit or nut desserts.
• Tasting: can also accompany a cheese platter or be served at the end of a meal.

Terroir & Production of Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

Pineau des Charentes is obtained by blending freshly pressed grape juice with Cognac, an operation known as mutage which stops fermentation and preserves the natural sugars of the grapes.

In the case of Vieux Pineau Blanc Bertrand, this blend is then placed in oak barrels where it ages for approximately 15 years. This long maturation allows the integration of fruity aromas, oak and cognac, creating a harmonious balance and great aromatic complexity.

Why Choose Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand?

• Long aging: approximately 15 years in oak barrels.
• Renowned terroir: from the limestone soils of Petite Champagne.
• Complex aromatic profile: dried fruits, honey, apple and pear.
• Artisanal production: family-owned Charente estate.
• Gastronomic aperitif: perfect with foie gras and cheeses.

FAQ – Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand

What is the age of Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand?

This pineau benefits from approximately 15 years of aging in French oak barrels, allowing it to develop great aromatic complexity and an elegant structure.

Which grape varieties are used for this pineau?

Vieux Pineau Blanc Bertrand is produced from the white grape varieties Ugni Blanc and Colombard, widely grown in the Cognac vineyard.

How is Pineau des Charentes produced?

Pineau is obtained by blending fresh grape juice with Cognac. This process called mutage stops fermentation and preserves the natural sweetness of the grapes.

How should Vieux Pineau des Charentes Blanc Bertrand be enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed chilled between 8 and 10°C, as an aperitif or paired with foie gras, aged cheeses or fruit desserts.

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