Lheraud VSOP Cognac 750ml

Lhéraud VSOP represents four generations of independent family production in Petite Champagne, where tradition isn't marketing but daily practice. This estate-grown cognac showcases what happens when a family controls every step from vine to bottle, maintaining methods that larger houses have long abandoned. The result is VSOP with unusual depth and authenticity.

The Lhéraud family tends their own vineyards in Petite Champagne's chalky soils, distills in small copper stills, and ages in their own cellars without shortcuts. The VSOP uses eaux-de-vie aged 8-10 years, well beyond requirements, because the family believes proper maturation cannot be rushed. No additives, no coloring, no compromise—just pure expression of terroir and time.

In the glass, natural amber color reflects the honest approach. The nose opens with intense fruit—pear and apricot—supported by floral notes characteristic of Petite Champagne. There's also an earthy quality that speaks to traditional production. Vanilla and spice notes are subtle, allowing fruit to dominate. On the palate, Lhéraud VSOP delivers remarkable richness for the category. The texture is full and oily, coating the mouth with flavors of fruit compote, honey, and gentle spices. The extended aging shows in perfect integration and unusual depth. The finish is long and warming, with fruit giving way to subtle rancio hints unusual in VSOP. This is artisanal cognac at its finest, for those who value authenticity over marketing.