The Frapin Château de Fontpinot XO is made entirely by the Frapin family, who cultivate the grapes, harvest them, produce the distillate and age it. This bottling is part of the Trésors Du Château, a prestigious line, which also includes several vintages. Founded in southwestern France in 1270, the Frapin winery has been a family of winemakers and then distillers for 21 generations. Their vineyard boasts 240 hectares in Grande Champagne.
- Type: Cognac
- Origin: France
- ABV: 41%
- Age: not declared
- Price: $170 – €120
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TASTING NOTES – FRAPIN CHÂTEAU DE FONTPINOT XO
Nose
Cocoa and fruity notes of peer. Then it is the time of orange peel and a mix of citrus. Hints of hazelunt and a floral touch, complete the bouquet.
Palate
Notes of wood and white pepper. Then caramel and a sugary touch. A light candied fruit aroma gets delivered after a few seconds.
Finish
Medium long persistency. White pepper and fruit, with a light and pleasant bitter touch.
Overall, the Frapin Château de Fontpinot XO is a cognac with equipped with an important aromatic intensity and a flavor profile that is broad and well structured. It is a great XO, with a remarkable aromatic depth to it.