Jacques Esteve Petit Champagne Hors d'Age Cognac (750ml)

This new Hors d'Age (ten year old) edition of Jacques Esteve is one of the best mid-range Cognacs we've ever offered as part of our direct import program in that it has just a bit more richness than some of the other editions we've offered from Dugognon and Bouju, for example. Located in the Petit Champagne region, Esteve's vineyards have immensely-chalky soils, creating a fine wine with firm acidity and an even finer Cognac once that wine is distilled. This stunning expression begins with clean flavors of fruit and only a slight amount of roundness, before the finish slowly moves in and packs a dose of toasted oak, vanilla, and baking spices on the finish. For those looked to lean out their heavily-sweetened big house options, but without sacrificing too much of the supple character they love in Cognac, this is a great middle road option.