Normandin-Mercier Christmas Cognac

A profoundly rare, single-barrel cognac, blending spirits from 1876. It unveils complex notes of dried fig, warm baking spice, and aged rancio, culminating in an elegant, lengthy finish. From the hallowed cellars where time itself refines liquid artistry emerges a truly exceptional offering: Normandin-Mercier Christmas Cognac. This ultra-premium spirit represents a pinnacle of heritage and masterful blending, a testament to generations of expertise. It is a profoundly rare, single-barrel expression, meticulously composed from venerable spirits, including precious eaux-de-vie dating back to 1876. Each sip unveils a tapestry of complex aromas and flavors, where the profound depth of aged rancio intertwines with luscious dried fig and the comforting warmth of baking spices. This is not merely a cognac; it is an indulgence, an invitation to a sensory journey that culminates in an exceptionally elegant and remarkably lengthy finish, resonating with the echoes of history. **Product Details** • ABV: 45% • Proof: 90 • Age: Not specified • Size: .75L **Tasting Notes** • Nose: Rich dried fig, delicate baking spices, profound old-world rancio. • Palate: Velvety dried dark fruits, complex antique wood notes, a subtle hint of candied orange peel. • Finish: Exceptionally long, warming, with lingering echoes of fine leather and spice. **Perfect For** Cocktails: Sidecar (Cognac, Cointreau, Lemon Juice), Sazerac (Cognac, Absinthe, Peychaud's Bitters, Sugar Cube), Vieux Carré (Cognac, Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine, Peychaud's Bitters, Angostura Bitters) Food Pairings: Dark Chocolate Truffles, Foie Gras Terrine with Fig Jam, Aged Blue Cheese with Walnuts **Best Enjoyed** Serve neat in a fine snifter or tulip glass, allowing it to breathe at room temperature to fully appreciate its intricate bouquet and profound depth. An ideal digestif for contemplative moments or celebratory evenings. **Specs** • Production: Traditional double distillation in copper pot stills • Aging: A blend including precious eaux-de-vie dating back to 1876, matured in French oak barrels • Source: The Cognac region of France Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.