Delamain Cognac...

Pale & Dry Grande Champagne Cognac

Bin No

MENT/270

Size

70cl

Price

£76.35

Delamain Pale & Dry Grande Champagne Cognac was introduced as Delamains standard-bearer in 1920, and represents 80 percent of the firm's production. The label is a reproduction of a 17th century engraving of the town and Château of Jarnac by Claude Chastillon. Named to reflect its clean, dry purity of flavour, it is blended from a range of Cognacs averaging 25 years of age.

Through the evaporation of alcohol over time, it has been naturally reduced to approximately 53 percent alcohol; the final dilution is accomplished by the gradual addition of "vieilles faibles," literally, very old, weak Grand Champagne Cognacs of 15 percent alcohol, to a final strength of 40 percent.

Brilliant pale gold in colour, this superb Cognac is distinguished by its remarkable delicacy and refinement. The grape and vanillin aromas are confirmed on the palate, where intense yet elegant fruit flavours are offset by floral and liquorice notes which linger in the extended finish.

Vesper Grande Champagne Cognac

Bin No

MENT/275

Size

70cl

Price

£115.00

Delamain Vesper Grande Champagne Cognac is blended from a range of cognacs averaging approximately 35 years of age, brought to consumption strength by the gradual addition of "vieilles faibles," very old, weak Grande Champagne Cognacs of 15 percent alcohol content. Introduced in 1953, it is named to reflect the serene, ethereal quality of the sixth canonical hour when the evening services or Vespers, are celebrated in hymn.

The label is a reproduction of a 1790 cellar engraving by J.J. de Boissière. This limpid, deep amber-gold Cognac is marked by vinous, woodsy aromas of oak, grilled grape seeds and vanilla; the full, rich, mellow flavours and elegant silky texture carry into a persistent finish.

Très Vénérable Grande Champagne Cognac

Bin No

MENT/277

Size

70cl

Price

£199.50

Delamain Très Vénérable Grande Champagne Cognac is blended from a range of Cognacs averaging 45 to 50 years of age, which have been reduced by natural evaporation to approximately 45 percent alcohol by volume. It is brought to 40 percent consumption strength by the gradual addition of "vieilles faibles," very old, weak Grande Champagne Cognacs showing a natural alcohol content of 15 percent.

The unusual label design is taken from a French Revolutionary bank note. Introduced in 1976, this rare Cognac is inspires the respect and reverence its name, and age, suggest.

Brilliant deep topaz in colour with gold highlights, its profound, complex bouquet reveals subtle nuances of dried fruits, liquorice and mellowed oak. An initial freshness and delicacy on the palate unfold into a rich, palette of mature flavours underscored by sophisticated "rancio," notes of fruitcake and cheese. A Cognac of perfect balance with exceptional length on the finish.

Réserve de la Famille Grande Champagne Cognac

Bin No

MENT/278

Size

70cl

Price

£280.00

Delamain Réserve de la Famille Grande Champagne Cognac is an exceedingly rare, unblended, single-cask Cognac distilled by one grower in the village of St.-Preuil. First released in 1984, it is the epitome of the Delamain style. The bottle is appropriately dressed with a handmade, pure hemp paper label produced at the Moulin du Verger near Angoulême.

Aged 15 years by the grower and 40 in Delamains cellars, it has achieved a natural alcoholic content of 43 percent from 55 years in cask, the strength at which it is bottled, undiluted. Released infrequently and in limited quantity, this exquisite Cognac shows an unrivalled breed and elegance, with notes of liquorice, toast and the classic "rancio charentais" lingering through to the unforgettable finish.

Le Voyage Grande Champagne Cognac

Bin No

MENT/280

Size

70cl

Price

£4,450.00

What makes this Cognac extraordinary is the blend of extremely old eaux-de-vie that has been nurtured in the famous demi-johns in the Delamain cellars.

These glass vessels protect the ancient spirit that has matured in to a veritable treasure. Such an elixir traces the history of Delamain and represents a living archive of the house.

These treasures from the last century, inestimable and ultra rare should only be seen on exceptional occasions. ‘Le Voyage de Delamain’ invites you to discover the craft of another époque.

The blend of Cognacs reveals a host of subtle sensations: all the perfumes of Russian leather, the musky aroma of the Tropics, the heady scent of tobacco from the Americas, of coffee from Africa heralding the spicy hints of the Far East and finally the bouquet of grapes from the hillsides of the Grande Champagne.

‘Le Voyage de Delamain’ is the heart of the jewel, housed in a magnificent Baccarat decanter with the purest curves and lines and surrounded by an exquisite leather casket evoking the traditional bellows used for luggage in times gone by.