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Cognac: Dissecting the World's Most Famous Brandy
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Cognac, the world’s most famous brandy, came to prominence during the 17th century in and around the town of the same name in the Charente region of western France. Cognac, Dissecting the World’s Most Famous Brandy, is a thorough study of every facet of the region’s complicated history and eminent brandy: production of cognac is discussed in detail, with comprehensive information on the region’s soil types, grapes, vineyard work, distillation methods, barrel aging, blending, and bottling—essential factors leading to the spirit’s becoming universally known and loved. Other chapters are devoted to tasting cognac, cocktails, regional touristic sites, the cuisine and wines of the region, consumption demographics around the world, and the commercial future of the revered spirit. In addition, an A-Z guide of the 20 most important cognac houses and over 120 essential independent producers are covered, with information gained from often repeated visits to each one.
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