Brandyclassics News – Lots of New Vintages – Summer 2019
We are truly at the height of summer here in the UK. France has experienced extremes of weather again this year, but the growing season ...
National Cognac Day – 4th June
Did you know it was National Cognac Day last month? A relatively new addition to the annual calendar and originating in the United States of ...
Judging Cognac
In many ways, the concept of a fine cognac is down to the taster’s perception based on what he has tasted in the past and ...
40 Years In The Making – Grande Champagne Cognac
We have spent decades looking for a 40 year old cognac that is worthy of the Hermitage label and so we are very excited to ...
The Bottle Story – Martell Blue Swift
Described as a ‘cognac-based spirit drink’ Martell Blue Swift is made of VSOP Cognac that has been matured in French oak casks and finished in ...
Spanish Brandy Gaining Popularity
For many, Spanish brandy is something drunk on holiday, in its country of origin, but its quality can be just as good as any ...
The Environmental Future of Wine Production
The strength of carbon emissions created during the wine fermentation process is “five times more concentrated than planes and cars” according to UC Davis professor, ...
Should All Wine Brandies Be Regulated?
The term “brandy” refers to a spirit distilled from a fruit. This includes armagnac and cognac as well as a host of other wine brandies ...
Father’s Day Gift Ideas – Sunday 16th June 2019
Looking for inspiration for Father's Day gifts? Look no further - we have a vast range of French and Spanish brandies to suit every taste. Cognac, ...
Championing Small Cognac Producers
The whole cognac industry began with the little guy, tending his vines and creating outstanding eau-de-vie. Today these small cognac producers, often family run houses, ...