Vallein-Tercinier “Lot 74” Cognac Grande Champagne

12 Mar

Vallein-Tercinier “Lot 74” Cognac Grande Champagne, 50 YO, 48.7%

Distilled 1974, matured in a single cask (cask #0278) and bottled at cask strength (brut de fût) after 50 years in 2024. Limited to 571 bottles.

The Vallein-Tercinier “Lot 74” Cognac Grande Champagne will be available to buy in a few days in Norway, at NOK 3549 (19220301).

Nose: Warm and cool at the same time, creating an intriguing contrast. Notes of cigar box and the finest leather set a luxurious tone, complemented by hints of chocolate, licorice and caramel. A mild herbal whiff lingers in the background, adding depth.

Taste: Full-bodied and complex, with a drier profile than Lot 74. Oak-driven spices and a mild astringency appear but remain well-balanced. There is a certain nuttiness here. A refined sweetness enhances the structure.

Finish: Very long, with oak becoming more prominent but staying well-behaved. Caramel, chocolate and leather persist, while eucalyptus and menthol take center stage, leaving a cooling and invigorating impression.

Comment: A very sophisticated and layered dram.

Score 94/100

Sláinte!
- Thomas