Baardseth Cognac VSOP Vieille Reserve Cognac

Appearance – medium amber, dark copper, and golden glints. Aroma – crystallized fruits appear first, with generous hints of dry apricot, orange peel, and prunes, followed by a still fresh mature grape note, light toasted oak, great round finish. Palate – generous palate, dry and crystallized fruits attack, followed by vanilla and pastry notes, and spiced up by a light, but persistent smoky note, great minerality, oxidized tannins and light rancio; very long-lasting finish.