Even the house's youngest bottling carries the Brisson signature: nothing from any land but the family's own 75 hectares in Grande Champagne. VS is the entry point to the house, made with the same care as the older bottlings.
Expert's Description
Gilles Brisson Grande Champagne VS is a 1er Cru French Cognac from 100% Grande Champagne, at least 4 years old, bottled at 40%.
The Brisson family has run its estate in Châteaubernard for five generations, with all 75 hectares planted for Grande Champagne Cognac. VS is the house's youngest bottling, but since all the fruit comes from the same land as the older releases, it shows a surprising softness and fullness for its age.
It is a Cognac that proves an entry-level bottling need not compromise on where the grapes come from, a philosophy that sets Brisson apart from many of the larger trading houses.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Fresh fruit with a hint of flowers and a light vanilla tone.
Palate
Round and surprisingly soft, with notes of green fruit and light caramel.
Finish
Short to medium, clean and lightly spiced.
Specifications
Name: Gilles Brisson Grande Champagne VS
Distillery: Gilles Brisson
Country: France
Type: 1er Cru French Cognac
Age: Min. 4 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 87563000306
Serving suggestion: Enjoyed over ice or at room temperature in a cognac glass
Flavour Profile
Fresh Fruit · Flowers · Vanilla · Light Caramel
Did You Know?
Did you know that Gilles Brisson VS, the house's most accessible bottling, comes from the exact same 75 hectares in Grande Champagne as the family's oldest, decades-aged XO, just with less time in cask.
