Normandin Mercier XO 30 yrs 40% 700ml white-frontignac This year’s blend is 80%

This year’s blend is 80% Grenache

Emmanuel Bourguignon picks on freshness

the ‘Stocks’ Shiraz

Its vibrant fruit

honey and so much more

Normandin Mercier XO 30 yrs 40% 700ml white-frontignac This year’s blend is 80%First Vineyard of Cognac. Full and soft spirit although having preserved a certain ardour thanks to its ageing in red barrels (trunks). Tasting Notes: Eye: Amber highlights. Nose: A fruity dominance, with nutty almonds, dried fruit, canned fruit and citrus fruit. Spices include cinnamon and vanilla and there are notes of honey, toffee, rancio notes, chocolate, dried grass and tobacco. Palate: Full and round, dried fruit, spices, woody a long finish.