Visiting Meukow

Visiting Meukow Cognac in the heart of Cognac, France, offers a distinctive and immersive experience at a house founded in 1862 by brothers August and Karl Meukow. Known for its iconic panther-embossed bottles, Meukow welcomes guests year-round with 45-minute guided tours that blend modern multimedia displays with a peek into the Chai Paradis cellar, where treasured eaux-de-vie age in French oak. Available in English or French—check schedules at visitemeukow.com — the tour ends with a tasting of three Cognacs, such as the VSOP or XO, revealing floral and spicy notes. Extend the visit with a meal at Chai Meukow restaurant, where Chef Cédric Coulaut crafts seasonal dishes with Cognac-infused flair, like flambéed sauces, in a converted cellar setting. Reservations are strongly advised, especially in summer, to ensure a spot at this innovative yet historic house, just steps from Cognac’s old town.