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  • Chinese want Hermitage Cognacs now

    Posted on June 1, 2011 by powerbookboy

    We have recently returned from Hong Kong where we have been working closely with UKTI in setting up distribution of Hermitage Pure Vintage Cognacs. Our visit included meetings with four specialist luxury drinks distributors who have now tasted and explored the possibilities of selling Hermitage cognacs to their customers. They are all involved with sales [...]


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  • Hermitage Celebration 70 year old vintage cognac

    Posted on May 24, 2011 by powerbookboy

    We are proud to announce a rare and very special limited edition cognac, a 70 year old Grande Champagne cognac, will be available to the cognac connoisseur very shortly!
    During a recent visit to the Charente when we were discussing old cognacs with a producer, we came across a very rare Grande Champagne cognac hiding in [...]


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  • Increase in duty on all cognac, brandy and calvados

    Posted on March 24, 2011 by powerbookboy

    The Chancellor announced yesterday an increase in duty on all spirits, taking the level up to £25 a litre of pure alcohol. This equates to £7 a bottle at 40% alc. This means for an average bottle of cognac costing £30, more than £16.50 goes on duty and tax. And don’t forget that Vat is [...]


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