COLOUR amber with copper highlights
Nose Elegant and charming, it opens with notes of tropical fruits (passion fruit, mango) and flowers (chrysanthemum, rose, violet). The aromas develop with dried fruits (raisins, dates), apricot, blackberry, and watermelon. A hint of smokiness from the cask is also present. It is round and mellow with notes of spice, honey, and vanilla.
Palate Elegant, with great depth and aromas. Its fruity character is pronounced and intact with a very perceptible spicy note (nut, curry). Generous notes of licorice, reminiscent of its maturity, are quickly joined by vanilla, hazelnut, and tobacco pipe—aromas typical of slow and delicate aging.
AGE STATEMENT: 10 years +
CRU: Fins Bois
GRAPE VARIETY : Ugni Blanc
DISTILLATION: Charentais double-distilling still.
Double distillation and use of wine lees.
AGEING : French oak barrels from
Limousin or Allier.
PRODUCTION : cold filtration, reduced to 40% ABV
Best enjoyed neat or in cocktails, where it shines surprisingly well.
XO Vieille Réserve will pair very well with duck or pigeon meat, a chocolate dessert or a pressed cheese.
