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Denis Charpentier Cognac

Denis Charpentier is Cognac from a small, family-run estate in the heart of the Cognac region, where the grapes are grown and distilled on the same land, generation after generation. It's Cognac without the big trading house's name, but with all the region's character.

  • Bottle of Denis Charpentier VS Special Selection cognac with golden liquid
    Item no.: 22227865491-61-51

    VS is cognac's youngest and most approachable step - the place where most people start their acquaintance with the spirit. Denis Charpentier Special Selection is the house's take on a fresh, versatile VS.

    Expert's Description

    Denis Charpentier VS Special Selection is a French Cognac, bottled at 40%.

    The Cognac house Denis Charpentier is based in the Cognac region of France and produces a wide range of cognacs, from VS to Extra. Special Selection is the house's VS expression, designed as an approachable and versatile entry into the style.

    The VS classification requires a minimum of 2 years of ageing in oak casks in France, giving a cognac with a fresh, direct character well suited both neat and in cocktails.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    The nose is fresh with citrus and a touch of flowers.

    Palate

    The palate is light and crisp with notes of green fruit and a touch of oak.

    Finish

    The finish is short and clean, leaving a pleasant warmth.

    Specifications

    Name: Denis Charpentier VS Special Selection
    Distillery: Denis Charpentier
    Country: France
    Type: VS Special Selection Cognac
    ABV: 40%
    Size: 70 CL
    EAN no.: 3473720000129
    Serving suggestion: Enjoy neat at room temperature or as the base of cocktails and mixed drinks.

    Flavour Profile

    Citrus · Flowers · Green fruit · Oak

    Did You Know?

    Did you know that the VS classification requires only 2 years of ageing, while XO requires at least 10? That makes VS the most immediate and fresh expression of cognac you can find.

    • 1pcs.
      53,50EUR
  • Bottle of Denis Charpentier XO Rare cognac with dark golden liquid
    Item no.: 22227865491-61-50

    Fine Champagne is cognac's answer to a careful blend of two neighbours - Grande and Petite Champagne meet in the same glass, and at Denis Charpentier that combination becomes a mature, generous XO.

    Expert's Description

    Denis Charpentier XO Rare is a French Cognac, classified as Fine Champagne, and bottled at 40%.

    The Cognac house Denis Charpentier is based in the Cognac region of France and produces a range of cognacs from VS to Extra, with emphasis on the cru classifications Grande Champagne and Fine Champagne.

    The term Fine Champagne means the cognac is a blend of grapes from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, where Petite Champagne can make up no more than half. This gives a cognac that unites the finesse of Grande Champagne with the rounder character of Petite Champagne, while the XO classification guarantees significant ageing behind every bottle.

    Tasting Notes

    Nose

    The nose is mature and round with dried fruit and a touch of spiced oak.

    Palate

    The palate is full and soft with notes of nut and a gentle sweetness that quietly builds.

    Finish

    The finish is long and warm, closing with a fine spiced note.

    Specifications

    Name: Denis Charpentier XO Rare
    Distillery: Denis Charpentier
    Country: France
    Type: XO Rare Fine Champagne Cognac
    ABV: 40%
    Size: 70 CL
    EAN no.: 3473720000518
    Serving suggestion: Enjoy neat at room temperature in a cognac glass, ideally as a close to a good dinner.

    Flavour Profile

    Dried fruit · Nut · Oak · Spice

    Did You Know?

    Did you know that the term Fine Champagne can only be used when at least half the cognac comes from Grande Champagne, with the rest from the neighbouring district of Petite Champagne? It is one of the rarer cru designations in the Cognac region.

    • 1pcs.
      107,00EUR
   

About Denis Charpentier

Denis Charpentier is a small, family-run Cognac producer that, unlike the big trading houses, grows and distils its own grapes on its own land. For newcomers it's an authentic way into the world of Cognac without the big-name price premium; for collectors, such smaller 'grower' Cognac houses are interesting because they often offer a more direct, personal style than the large commercial blends.

History & Background

The Cognac region has historically been dominated by a handful of large trading houses, but alongside them, smaller family estates have always grown and distilled their own grapes for personal use and local sale. Denis Charpentier belongs to this tradition of independent 'grower' producers who hold onto a more hands-on, personal approach to Cognac-making. We have only limited specific documentation of the house's own founding year, so details are kept deliberately general.

Production & Style

The cognac is distilled from the family's own grapes and matured in oak casks on the farm, in line with the smaller, hands-on cognac tradition.

Signature Style

Fruity, Authentic, Full-Bodied
The flavour is authentic and full-bodied, with clear fruitiness from the estate's own grapes.

Facts

Founded1994
Pronouncedduh-NEE shar-pahn-tee-AY
CruGrande Champagne
RegionCharente
CountryFrance
OwnerThe Charpentier family
Age ClassVS, VSOP, Napoleon, XO, Extra
ProducerDenis Charpentier
Official Websitedenischarpentiercognac.com

Did You Know?

Did you know that freshly distilled cognac is called "eau-de-vie" and may only carry the name Cognac once it has rested for at least two years in oak casks?

Like Denis Charpentier Cognac? You should also try:

Gourry de Chadeville Cognac, Drouet Cognac and Renault Cognac.