Hermitage Cognacs Review
Thanks to Robin Goldsmith, freelance drinks writer at The Write Taste, for reviewing our Hermitage Cognacs as “deliciously decadent vintage Cognacs”. The cognacs that Robin tasted are three of which we are particularly proud:
Hermitage 2008 Grande Champagne Cognac. A very, very special and extraordinary find. This 2008 Cognac is just 10 years old, single-barrel, single-estate and very expensive, but it is one in a million. Smooth and perfectly balanced, it’s rich, spicy and full of intrigue. There are less than 200 bottles available so it won’t last – it is too good to last. Don’t do anything other than just drink it, you will never find another cognac like this even at double the price. IWSC 2020 – Gold Award
Hermitage 1952 Grande Champagne Cognac. A magnificent cognac from the Premier Cru which has been aged in cellars that are of medium dampness for more than 50 years. It was stored in old oak 250 litre barrels which had a medium toasting. Beautifully balanced, this superb cognac from the 1950s has matured with great finesse and elegance. IWSC 2021 – Gold Award
Hermitage 50 year Old Grande Champagne Cognac. Originally our 45 year old Grande Champagne Cognac, we have watched this remarkable brandy develop in its cask for many years. It is now more than 50 years old and still it grows in maturity, richness and finesse. The flavours of fruit cake, sultanas and porcini will continue to develop in this masterpiece. IWSC 2021 – The Cognac Trophy & Gold Outstanding Award
Our Hermitage 60 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac has always been popular, not just for its stunning flavours, but because it it the perfect gift for those born in 1962 or with a 60th anniversary this year.
The premium drinks market is seeing a significant rise in demand as the worst effects of the pandemic subside. The BNIC has just released figures that show a 31% increase in cognac exports by value, equating to an increase of 16% by volume. These rises also compare favourably to the pre-pandemic demand in 2019. “This growth reflects a real recovery of cognac, as well as new consumption habits,” the BNIC said. Sales to the spirit’s largest market, the United States, climbed 11 %, sales to China, its second biggest, leapt 56 % whilst European sales were up 8%. Cognac sales are also growing in newer markets, particularly South Africa and Nigeria.
We are delighted to report that we had even more coverage on Radio Wiltshire last month, featuring on the Christmas Eve Breakfast Show.
f you’re looking for Christmas Suggestions you will have found two recommendations for Hermitage Cognacs in the press last week. Olly Smith, well known wines and spirits journalist and television presenter featured our 
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hat a week it has been! Our recent award of Brandy Producer of the Year 2021 has created quite a media frenzy. We have been featured in The Sun, The Daily Express and The Wiltshire Times newspapers. Links to some of the articles follow:
The Spirits Business’ Melita Kiely recently interviewed our MD, David Baker, about the cognac sector and this is what she had to say:
Hot off the press, we are delighted to share with you our results from the International Wines & Spirits Competition – IWSC 2021.