Jean Filloux La Pouyade Cognac Review
Accolades:
Master at 2021 Cognac Masters
Double Gold at 2021 Bartender Spirits Awards
Brandy/Cognac of the Year at 2021 Bartender Spirits Awards
Founded in 1880 by Honoré Fillioux, the House of Filioux is now run by his great-grandson Pascal. The famous Domaine de La Pouyade - their 63-acre family vineyards - lie in the ‘golden triangle’ of Grande Champagne, between the Angeac-Champagne, Juillac-le-Coq and Verrières communes.
Imported by Heavenly Spirits
MSRP: Around $75
Proof: 84°
Cognac age: 8+ years VSOP
Grape varietal: Ugni Blanc
Growth area: Grand Champagne
Nose 👃: Buttercream frosting. Plum. Orange zest. Oak. Tobacco.
Palate 👅: Toffee. Vanilla. Peach. Pastry crust. Orange zest. Honey. Heavy & silky mouthfeel.
Finish 🏁: Baking spices. Oak. Orange zest. Medium-long in length.
Overall thoughts? This is a quality cognac at a good price. It’s one of the best values you’ll find in the world of cognac. It’s excellent as a neat sipper… and a fantastic friend of the bartender.
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