Wine Spirits
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Vintage Armagnac: What difference does a year make?And a great bottle to try...
By Joel Harrison Published
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Distilled: Newly arrived in the UK, Casals Mediterranean VermouthYour guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Calvados: A beginner’s guide and eight to tryLearn more about this French brandy...
By Anthony Gladman Last updated
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Family values in Cognac and ArmagnacRichard Woodard on the smaller producers of the regions...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Best Cognacs for Christmas 2023Richard Woodard's selection of Cognacs to try this festive season...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Maison Martell to offer 72 year-old Cognac at Christie’s saleAn exceptional rare Cognac release...
By Rupert Millar Published
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Cognac from 1696 confirmed as the oldest in existenceThe Cognac has broken the previous Guinness World Record by 66 years...
By Martin Green Published
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Hermitage Cognac launches 100-year-old ‘Siècle d’Or’Rare Cognac comes in crystal decanter...
By Martin Green Published
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Rémy Martin Cognac: Celebrating 300 yearsExclusive luxury launch of anniversary Cognac...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Mizunara oak explainedLearn about this rare Japanese oak in drinks...
By Anthony Gladman Published
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Cognac producers deny dumping brandy in Chinese marketChina opens investigation into dumping of Cognac...
By Martin Green Last updated
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Perfect Pairing: Onglet steak with green peppercorn sauceA hearty wine and food pairing...
By Tom Kerridge Published
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Cognac for wine loversA long weekend of tastings, cellar tours and laid-back exploring...
By Alicia Miller Last updated
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Best new Cognacs and Armagnacs: Eight to tryTop bottles for your drinks cabinet...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Pisco powerClinton Cawood on the mixing power of this grape spirit...
By Clinton Cawood Last updated
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Louis XIII launches Rare Cask 42.1 luxury CognacExclusive limited-edition release...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Distilled – A new XO expression from Maison CourvoisierOur latest round-up of trends from the top shelf...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Innovation in CognacMeet the producers presenting Cognac's heritage in new ways...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Courvoisier Mizunara: the launch of a collaborative CognacA new collaboration between Courvoisier and Suntory...
By Richard Woodard Published
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Wartime CognacThe shipment of De Haartman & Co Cognac is believed to have been destined for Tsar Nicholas II...
By Richard Woodard Published
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Best Cognacs for cocktails: eight to tryBottles that are great for mixing...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Grand Marnier moves into luxury sphere with two high-end expressionsCognac-based orange liqueur Grand Marnier is moving into the luxury sphere with the launch of two high-end expressions – one of them packaged in a Baccarat crystal decanter and priced at £2,200.
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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The best XO Cognac – eight bottles to tryWith its long ageing, XO is a quintessential style for Cognac lovers to enjoy. Richard Woodard recommends a selection of bottles including Hennessy, Hine and Frapin, as well as some great value choices
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Best Cognac for beginners: eight bottles to tryGet to know this iconic French brandy
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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The Last Drop Distillers unveils trio of new releasesThis year’s releases include The Last Drop’s first Japanese whisky...
By Richard Woodard Published
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Cognac: essence of placeA dedication to consistency in their signature blends hasn’t always allowed Cognac houses to put any focus on provenance. But priorities shift, and some producers are increasingly looking to take things back to the vineyard.
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Decanter’s complete guide to CognacFrom how it's made, to classifications and how to drink it, Richard Woodard reveals everything you need to know about France’s most celebrated spirit and recommends top Cognac producers to try
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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What’s the difference between Cognac and Armagnac? Ask DecanterHow do you tell Armagnac apart from Cognac?
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Exclusive first taste: Frapin Cuvée RabelaisThe prestige Cognac tasted and rated
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Decanter magazine latest issue: January 2022There's much to enjoy and discover in our latest edition, packed with recommendations and advice for the festive season ahead. From vintage Champagne to the best Bordeaux & Burgundy vintages for Christmas, you will not want to miss our experts' choices. This issue also includes the Decanter Rioja Guide 2022, offering an exclusive overview of the Spanish region's latest developments, trendsetters and best-drinking vintages.
By Ines Salpico Last updated
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The best VSOP Cognacs: eight to tryAged for at least four years, VSOP Cognacs are an affordable and versatile option. Richard Woodard recommends eight great bottles.
By Richard Woodard Published