Château du Cognac

Château du Cognac, perched along the Charente River in Cognac, France, is a historic fortress turned distillery, home to Baron Otard Cognac since 1795. Originally built in the 10th century and later expanded by François I, who was born there in 1494, its thick stone walls and humid cellars create an ideal aging environment for Cognac, enhancing the eaux-de-vie’s floral and fruity notes from Grande Champagne and Borderies crus. Beyond production, the château is a cultural landmark, offering tours that weave its medieval past—complete with dungeons and royal chambers—with the artistry of crafting VSOP and XO expressions. It’s a living testament to Cognac’s noble heritage.