Synopses & Reviews
A handsomely illustrated, comprehensive guide to one of the world's classic spirits,
featuring an annotated alphabetical listing of the finest brands.
Cognac is associated not only with tradition and quality, but also with refinement,
luxury, and even style. Although the region that produces itÑthe CharenteÑis quite small,
the many different brands vary greatly in taste and aroma. More than a hundred producersÑ
from world-famous names to fascinating but little-known smaller vintners and distillersÑ
are profiled in this handsome guide. Organized alphabetically for easy reference and
illustrated with full-color photographs of the distinctive bottles, the entries contain
extensive tasting notes describing aroma and flavor and providing information about the
quality and individual character of each brand. In addition, the book teaches you
everything you might want to know about Cognac, from its history to the way it is distilled
and aged to recipes for Cognac cocktails. Complete with a glossary, Cognac is a must not
only for aficionados but for anyone who has ever enjoyed a sip of fine Cognac after a wonderful
meal.
Axel and Bibiana Behrendt are freelance food journalists specializing in wine and spirits.
Their work appears regularly in the leading German food magazines, and their book Grappa
received a Gold Medal from the Gastronomical Academy of Germany.
167 illustrations in full color
Synopsis
Cognac is associated not only with tradition and quality, but also with refinement, luxury, and even style. Although the region that produces it -- the Charente -- is quite small, the many different brands vary greatly in taste and aroma. More than a hundred producers -- from world-famous names of fascinating but little-known smaller vinters and distillers -- are profiled in this handsome guide. Organized alphabetically for easy reference and illustrated with full-color photographs of the distinctive bottles, the entries contain extensive tasting notes describing aroma and flavor providing information about the quality and individual character of each brand. In addition, the book teaches you everything you might want to know about Cognac, from its history to the way it is distilled and aged to recipes for Cognac cocktails. Complete with a glossary, Cognac is a must not only for aficionados but for anyone who has ever enjoyed a sip of fine Cognac after a wonderful meal.
Synopsis
Handsomely illustrated, this comprehensive guide to one of the world's classic spirits features an annotated alphabetical listing of the finest brands--more than 100 producers. The entries contain extensive tasting notes describing aroma and flavor and providing information about the quality and individual character of each brand. 167 illustrations, 156 in color.