Rastignac Cognac is a modern yet tradition-rooted brand founded in 2008 by brothers David and Julien Pannaud, who left their urban careers to pursue winemaking at the historic Château des Plassons in the Bons Bois terroir of Cognac, France. Situated amidst 120 hectares of vineyards, this 15th-century estate, once owned by the Hennessy dynasty, became the heart of their operation after the brothers revitalized its distillery with both vintage 1922 alembic stills and a new electronic one. Rastignac Cognacs are crafted by blending eaux-de-vie from their own Bons Bois grapes with those from prestigious crus like Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, aged in French oak barrels to yield a spectrum of expressions—from the light, floral VS to the rich, spicy XO, featuring notes of vanilla, chocolate, and dark fruit. With a strong focus on the Chinese and Hong Kong markets alongside availability in North America and Europe, Rastignac has quickly gained recognition for its quality, even ranking among the top 10 Cognacs by Cognac Expert in 2011. The Pannaud brothers’ dedication to heritage and innovation continues to shape this rising star in the Cognac world.
