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How is Cognac Produced?

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Cognac is a luxurious and highly-regarded spirit that has been crafted in the same way for centuries. The production of Cognac is a complex and time-consuming process that involves a combination of traditional techniques and modern technology. From the grapes to the barrel aging, each step in the process is carefully managed to ensure the highest quality end product. We’ll take a closer look at how Cognac is produced, from the vineyards to the bottle.

How is Cognac Produced?

Spiders are Prized in Cognac Cellars

When you visit the cognac cellars in France you notice that spider webs are often everywhere.  We have been told by a few cognac houses that the spiders are "good...
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Stage 10: The Brands

We are told there are over 500 different Cognac brands!  Whoa!  That is a ton of tasting for...
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Stage 14: The People

Those involved with the production and marketing of Cognac are some of the most interesting people we have...
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Bache Gabrielsen Fermentation Tanks Before Distillation of Cognac Eaux-de-Vie

Bache Gabrielsen's facility has several larger stainless steel fermentation tanks that are used to ferment the harvested grapes...
How is Cognac Produced?

The Importance of Oak Barrels in Crafting Cognac

Cognac Oak A cognac master blender has to mix a variety of eaux-de-vie that he thinks will best age...

The Importance of Oak Barrels in Crafting Cognac

How is Cognac Produced? Louis C -
Cognac Oak A cognac master blender has to mix a variety of eaux-de-vie that he thinks will best age together in oak barrels to make...

Stage 05: Eau-de-Vie

How is Cognac Produced? Gwilym McGrew -
Eau-d-vie means literally "water of life" and is a term that is used to refer to any distilled fruit.  The eau-de-vie (or eaux-de-vie plural) is clear...

Stage 12: Served

How is Cognac Produced? Gwilym McGrew -
Ahh, Cognac served up in a glass or with a meal.  There are many many cocktails that can be made with Cognac and the...

Stage 02: Harvest

How is Cognac Produced? Gwilym McGrew -
Harvest time in Cognac France is usually in September.  However in 2011 and some unusual years it begins in August.  The harvest time is...

Stage 01: Vineyards

How is Cognac Produced? Gwilym McGrew -
The vineyards of the Cognac Delimited Region include approximately 5,900 grape growers who produce white wine for Cognac making. The variety most widely planted...

Stage 06: Barrels & Jars

How is Cognac Produced? Gwilym McGrew -
The barrels are a very important component in producing Cognac.  Cognac is often shifted between barrels to achieve proper characteristics.
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