Frapin Cigar Blend XO | 700ML

Cognac: Frapin Cigar Blend XO | 700ML

Frapin created this Cognac so it would match perfectly with cigars, which you probably guessed from the name. It’s a single estate Cognac from the region’s top ‘cru’ Grande Champagne that was matured for at least six years, hence the XO designation.

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Size: 700ML

Proof: 80 (40%ABV)

Origin: France

Distillery: Frapin

Frapin created this Cognac so it would match perfectly with cigars, which you probably guessed from the name. It’s a single estate Cognac from the region’s top ‘cru’ Grande Champagne that was matured for at least six years, hence the XO designation.

Frapin Cigar Blend XO | 700ML Tasting Notes

Nose: Oily walnuts, soft vanilla, and dried flowers are joined by some sultanas.

Palate: Old Port, hazelnuts, and vanilla,

Finish: Long and supple.

Distillery Information

One of the illustrious elder houses of Cognac, Frapin can trace its rich and storied history in the Grande Champagne region to 1270, and it is still owned by a direct descendant of the original founder today. Initially establishing themselves as a family of wine growers in the Fontpinot Castle at Segonzac Francois Rabelais, it wasnt long before the Frapin family became distillers, a tradition they continued for a remarkable 20 generations. The 16th Century author Francois Rabelais was actually a family member, and a prestigious Frapin Cognac bottle was named in his honour: The Cuvee Rabelais. The process of creating begins on the impressive 240 hectares of vines surrounding the Chteau de Fontpinot. The Grande Champagne grapes are harvested by hand and whole bunches are pressed at once. The grape juice then undergoes a natural fermentation, with no filtration or additives to become Vin de Charente. Distillation at Frapin occurs twice on lees in six Charentais red copper stills. The first distillation results in an unclear alcohol, which distilled for a second time to capture the heart of the distillation to produce fine eaux de vie that will be matured in one of Frapins Chais. Frapin Cognacs are matured in Limousin oak casks, for the first quarter in new casks, after which they are transferred to older ones. The ageing warehouses are uniquely set over two levels, which means Cellar Master Patrice Piveteau is able to choose a location for each cask based on an appropriate atmospheric condition across different parts of their warehouses. The ground floor has greater humidity, while the attics are drier. These two factors have a clear impact on the ageing process, and subsequently the character of the final Cognac.