LouisRoyerVSOPCognac(700mL)

<p>Cognac so ritzy, you’ll speak French. </p><p><em>Louis Royer</em>, a distillery whose name just rolls on the tongue, was established in 1853 on the colorful bank of <em>the </em><em>Chartene</em><em> River</em> in the region of Cognac in France. It’s famous for its bee emblem and a wide range of upscale Cognacs and Pineau, made from all six terroirs of the region. Today, <em>the fifth generation runs the place</em> and has no intentions on changing their secret traditional ways.</p><p>This exquisite bottle is <em>simply called VSOP, </em>which means “very superior old pale”, but you can also call it <em>a five-star Spirit. </em>What it means is the youngest Cognac in the blend is <em>at least four years old</em> — and this one spent some time in <em>French Limousin oak.</em> See, even the wood is fancy! It’s a smooth and balanced Cognac with a punch to it — in the best possible way. You may enjoy it neat, but here’s a little secret: pour some tonic in it and reveal new hidden flavors. Or, if you’re having a ball, <em>make yourself a nice Black Pagoda. </em></p>