Raymond Ragnaud – Vieille Reserve – Grande Champagne, 1er Cru de Cognac

The nose is fine and offers a slight richness, a fine fleshiness as well as elegance. It reveals notes of candied peach, apricot in syrup, quince and small notes of candied citrus, juicy mirabelle associated with slight touches of pâtisseries, caramelization as well as an imperceptible hint of lemon blossom (in the background). The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a slight acid frame, a small juiciness, finesse, a good definition as well as a slight tension. In the mouth this Cognac expresses notes of candied peach, marmalade, apricot in syrup and slight touches of candied lemon, roasted pineapple associated with slight touches of mirabelle / quince, crème brulée / pâtisseries as well as a subtle hint of tonka bean, cedar and a very discreet hint of grilled oak. Good length.