Tesseron Cognac Lot N° 90 X.O. Cognac

Tesseron Cognac Lot N° 90 X.O. Selection CognacTesseron Cognac Lot N° 90 XO Selection is a fine representation of the pure and fresh characteristics typical of Cognacs produced by Maison Tesseron. Displaying an especially attractive combination of vigour and complexity, the blend consists of Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne and Fins Bois. Lot n°90’s unique character comes from long ageing in oak barrels, which adds richness and complexity. With strong aromatics, it is a distinct Cognac that will leave a lasting impression, long after the tasting.

Experts in the making of well-matured Cognacs, Tesseron specialize in the production of Cognacs that qualify as an XO and beyond. With a long history in eaux-de-vie maturation in particular, the Tesseron family are producers of both wine and Cognac and strive to offer the premium quality that is notorious of the prestigious regions they produce from.

Noted for its popularity around the world, Lot N° 90 is the choice of Cognac served on board Air France aircrafts and in their business lounges.

Presentation of the bottle: Presenting tradition and simplicity, Tesseron Cognac Lot N° 90 XO is an understated bottle that draws attention to the sumptuous, golden colouring of the Cognac inside. Sealed with bold, red foiling and a matching label, its strong image makes this Cognac identifiable from the rest. In keeping with the stunning color of the nectar it beholds, this Cognac also arrives with a golden gift box. The perfect gift for a Cognac enthusiast.

How to enjoy: A top-quality Cognac that can be enjoyed as a digestif at the end of a good meal. Sip it neat to appreciate the Cognac for all its glory. The depth and complexity of this XO means it is one to be savored and its strong character pairs perfectly with a fine cigar.

Awards: Wine International : 94 points  

Light nose of apple, a tinge of cinnamon plus apple and butterscotch in the taste, this is a smooth, approachable and Cognac.

Playful, bright and straight forward with a soft vanilla finish.

This non-vintage Rose is the end result of a desire to create a Rose champagne with a delightfully luscious, fruit-based charm. Jacques Peters, the cellarmaster, and his team wanted a champagne that would be accessible and naturally engaging while conserving Veuve Clicquot's essential values in terms of style. The wine has a luminous color with attractive pink glints.

The nose is generous and elegant, with initial aromas of fresh red fruit (raspberry, wild strawberry, cherry, blackberry), leading to biscuity notes of dried fruits and Viennese pastries (almonds, apricots and brioche). The fresh attack is followed by a fruity harmonious sensation on the palate. The wine is perfectly balanced in the best Veuve Clicquot style of pink champagnes, combining elegance and flair. The wine works its magic—this delectably full champagne can be enjoyed as a true delicacy. A deliciously fruity wine in earlybloom, this is a wonderful aperitif to be shared as a twosome or simply with friends. Made using 50 to 60 different crus, the cuvee is based on Brut Yellow Label's traditional blend: 50 to 55% Pinot Noir, 15 to 20% Pinot Meunier, and 28 to 33% Chardonnay.

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The rich aroma of Grand Cavalier allows the brandy to stand out from others: long aging process in oak barrels provides the brandy with exclusive taste characteristics and unique aroma of flowers and nuts.

In 2011, this brandy was awarded a silver medal at the prestigious International Wine and Spirits Competition.

Rosé Imperial displays a pink color with amber highlights. Lively and intense, the bouquet exudes red fruits (wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry) with floral nuances of rose and a slight hint of pepper. On the palate, the wine shows a juicy intensity of berries (strawberry, raspberry, red currant) rounded out by the fleshiness and firmness of peach and the freshness of a subtle note of mint.

Tasting Panel: Lovely pink hue; fresh, fragrant, and smooth with notes of strawberry and apple; elegant and long.

Wine Spectator: Delicate verbena and candied pink grapefruit zest accents lead to macerated blackberry, toasted nut and saline notes in this balanced and creamy rosé, with well-cut acidity.

Wine & Spirits: This blend is mostly Pinot Noir and Meunier, including 10 percent red wine for color. Chardonnay accounts for 10 to 20 percent, including a portion of reserve wines that may be providing the oceanic, oyster-shell notes that bring to mind Champagne's Kimmeridgean limestone. This is broad and loose up front, with fruity scents of orange and pomegranate. Then the wine keeps buzzing with brisk acidity, tightening up and extending the flavors with energy. An impressive release of Imperial.

James Suckling: A complex and fresh nose with fresh berries, as well as berry pastry and biscuits. The palate has a fresh, crisp and lively feel with impressively upbeat berries. Drink now.

Decanter: Restrained red fruit nose. Long, rolling palate, fresh and crisp throughout, with abundant cranberry, sherbet lemon, green herb and ginger flavours.

A bright pale yellow color with green highlights, with a stream of many fine bubbles. Intense with notes of  tropical fruits and citrus. Creamy and smooth, very pleasant and well balanced.