Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Logis de la Mothe Vielle Réserve Cognac Grand Fine Champagne

Review Date: August 26, 2009
Category Info: Brandy :: Cognac X.O.
Distilled From: Ugni Blanc
Retail Price: (10x)$ ($100-$200)
Bottle Size: 750 ml Bottle
Brewer / Distiller: A. Jullien Logis de la Mothe
Age: 15+ years
Casking: Oak Non-Specific
Strength: 40%
Origin: France - Grande Champagne, Cognac

Tasting Notes:

Rich brown/amber at the center with light amber fringes.
Sweet nose of molasses-like caramel and vanilla with a bit of a citrus note.
Bold and sweet up front on the palate. There are some nice layers of flavor. Earthy/leathery spice, cinnamon and clove, orange peel, raisins, and caramel.
The oak is well integrateThe finish leaves me with vanilla, clove, peach, and oak.
Overall this is a very sweet style but a good value for an XO in a sweet style.