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The Cognac Companion: A Connoisseur's Guide

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I love this book! Cognac is my favorite drink and this little book packs so much info. I love reading about the popular AND obscure cognac houses. The pictures are great and I would like to use it as my tour guide for France one day!

I purchased this book as a Christmas gift for my Cognac-loving fiance and wrapped it up with a bottle of Congnac. He was so thrilled with the book that he actually liked it more than his new tasty beverage!

The best part of this book is the many pages dedicated to the history of Cognac and the various brands and sub-brands. I now know the meaning of VSOP, and I learned that Cognac is named after the town of Cognac in France. And I had no idea that Cognac was basically a descendant of Brandy!

The book is great for someone just beginning to explore Cognac (you might be surprised to learn that certain drinks you've tasted before are actually Cognac). But it's also good for experienced Cognac drinkers who are intersted in learning a little more. There's great tips on how to read a Cognac label and what type of drinkware to use. We've used this book as a reference for months now, and I can honestly say it's been one of the smartest purchases I've made.

It's not a large book, but the information is plentiful, making it a great coffee table book.

If you wonder what XO or Fine Champagne stands for this book is for you. The Cognac Companion provides helpful information on how to read Cognac labels, what glassware to use, and if your favorite Cognac house accepts visitors. The Cognac house listing is a great way to expand your knowledge beyond what you might find in your local retailer. I would recommend this book to the casual consumer as well as the connoisseur.